What all do I need to purchase to have my own website?

Do I need to purchase a domain and then a website Host or is that the same thing? I%26#039;m trying to figure out about how much money it is a month. Thanks

What all do I need to purchase to have my own website?

The Domain is essentially the url name. For example www.microsoft.com is the domain for Microsoft. You can purchase your domain on a monthly payment plan through Yahoo, Google and a host of other companies. If you go this route, they also offer templates for building your own website for whatever it is you want to do online. A store would be different than a plumbers site. If you want to accept credit cards, they can help you with that as well. You fill out the online application and they let you know if you are approved.

Be aware that everything you add, like credit card payments adds to the cost, which is typically a monthly cost billed directly to your credit card or bank account.

You could also go to a traditional web designer. These people will produce a custom webpage to your specs. It will cost you a little more up front, but may have benefits in the long run. Web Designers can also help you get the Domain name registered. They also have relationships with Hosting companies and can usually make a few recommendations for you to sellect from.

I started with a Yahoo site myself. I was not thrilled with the limited number of templates at that time. I%26#039;m sure there are alot more now. So I went to a designer who came up with exactly what I wanted. I use GoDaddy for hosting my site now.

I hope that helps at least a little. Good Luck!!

What all do I need to purchase to have my own website?

You need to purchase both website hosting and a domain name. You can do that either from 2 different companies or from companies which provide both services, like godaddy.

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