Choosing a good domain name (your web address) is one of the most important steps when creating your online presence. It affects how easily people find you, remember you, and trust your brand.
What is a domain?
A domain (www.yourname.com) has two parts:
- the name (e.g., yourname ), and
- the ending (e.g., .com, .es).
In most cases, choose .com (universal, professional) or your country code (like .es for Spain) if your clients are local. Other endings (.org, .net, .info) are fine but less common.
Keep the name simple and memorable!
- Easy to pronounce and spell.
- Avoid numbers, hyphens, or complex words.
- Shorter names are easier to remember.
- Check if it is available.
Match it to your audience!
- Use words your ideal client would search for.
- Example: professionlocation.com
- Or use your own name if building a personal brand.
- Example: yourname.com /yournamelocation.com
Test it before deciding!
Try it with 2–3 people.
- Tell them your web address and see if you can say it easily
- Check if they understand, spell, and remember it the next day
If yes, you’re ready to register it!
Step-by-step to decide
- Write down 3–5 domain ideas.
- Check if they’re available (.com and .es).
- Say them out loud and test with a few people.
- Register the best one before it’s taken.
- Try to keep the same name on social media for consistency.
Can you change it later?
Yes, you can change your domain at any time, but there are some side effects depending on when you do it.
- Before publishing: only some extra technical work.
- After your site is live: you’ll lose part of your SEO ranking, and it requires time and planning.
Ideally, choose carefully now and keep it consistent long term.
Final Note
I hope this helps you choose your perfect domain with confidence.
Wishing you lots of inspiration and clarity as you build your project! Happy brainstorming! 🌱
