Your domain, set up properly and pointed at the right place.
Domains are simple until you need to change one. DNS records, nameservers, and transfers trip up a lot of launches. We handle that setup, explain what we changed, and make sure the domain stays in your name.
Domain Setup is for
- Businesses registering a domain for the first time
- Owners connecting a domain they already own to a new website
- Anyone moving a domain between registrars or setting up subdomains
Domain, hosting, and website: three different things
They're often bought separately, which is where most of the confusion comes from.
| Topic | What it is | Think of it as |
|---|---|---|
| Domain | The name people type, like yourbusiness.com | Your address |
| Hosting | The servers that store and deliver your site | Where the website lives |
| Website | The pages, text, and images people see | What visitors see |
What we can help with
Registration
Choosing an available name and extension and registering it in your name.
Connecting a domain
Pointing a domain you already own at your new website.
DNS and nameservers
The records that send visitors to your site and email to your inbox.
Transfers
Moving a domain between registrars without losing control of it.
Subdomains
Addresses like shop.yourbusiness.com or book.yourbusiness.com.
SSL
HTTPS certificates so browsers show your site as secure.
What's included
Included
- Advice on choosing a name and extension
- Registration assistance in your name
- DNS configuration for your website
- SSL certificate setup
- Connecting existing domains at launch
- A plain-English record of what was changed
Depends on the project
Quoted separately or confirmed during scoping.
- Domain registration and renewal fees (paid to the registrar)
- Email hosting setup with a separate provider
- Premium or aftermarket domain purchases
- Transfers that are blocked by the current registrar
How it works
Every project includes a private preview, so you review the real site before anything goes live.
- 1
Check
We look at where your domain is registered and how its DNS is set up.
- 2
Plan
We note existing records, especially email, so nothing breaks.
- 3
Configure
DNS, SSL, and any subdomains are set up for the new site.
- 4
Verify
We confirm the site, HTTPS, and email still work after the change.
Frequently asked questions
Is a domain included with hosting?
No. Domain registration is a separate yearly fee paid to a registrar. We can help you register one or connect one you already own.
Will changing DNS affect my email?
It can if email records are overwritten. We review your existing records first and keep your email settings intact when connecting the website.
How long does a DNS change take?
Often minutes, sometimes a few hours, occasionally longer depending on caching. We schedule changes to keep any disruption small.
Who owns the domain?
You do. Domains should be registered in your name or your business's name, with login details you control.
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Ready to talk it through?
Tell us a little about your business and what you need. We'll reply with questions or a clear next step, and confirm any quote before work begins.