How-To

Introduction to Domains at GoDaddy

Introduction

Introduction to Domains at GoDaddy: Overview

Lesson 1 (of 28)

What is a Domain Name?

Lesson 2 (of 28)

What is the Difference Between a Domain and a Website?

Lesson 3 (of 28)

Who Manages Domain Names?

Lesson 4 (of 28)

What Types of Domains Are There?

Lesson 5 (of 28)

Lesson 6 (of 28)

What is a Subdomain?

Lesson 7 (of 28)

Top Tips for Choosing a Great Domain

Lesson 8 (of 28)

Understanding Your Domain Purchase and Renewal Options

Lesson 9 (of 28)

How is Domain Ownership Determined?

Lesson 10 (of 28)

What is a Premium Domain?

Lesson 11 (of 28)

Register a Domain at GoDaddy

Lesson 12 (of 28)

What to Do if My Domain Name Is Taken?

Lesson 13 (of 28)

What is GoDaddy's Domain Broker Service?

Lesson 14 (of 28)

Using Your Domain for Your Business

Lesson 15 (of 28)

Connecting Your Domain to an Email Account

Lesson 16 (of 28)

Changing Your Website’s Address

Lesson 17 (of 28)

Connect Your Domain to a Managed WordPress Website

Lesson 18 (of 28)

Should You Use a 301 Redirect or a 302?

Lesson 19 (of 28)

Forwarding Your Domain

Lesson 20 (of 28)

Should You Use Domain Forwarding or Forwarding with Masking

Lesson 21 (of 28)

How to Organize Your Domain Portfolio

Lesson 22 (of 28)

Exploring the Domain Settings Page

Lesson 23 (of 28)

Managing Domain Permissions

Lesson 24 (of 28)

Updating Contact Information for Your Domain

Lesson 25 (of 28)

Managing Domain Renewals and Avoiding Expirations

Lesson 26 (of 28)

How to Change Domain Nameservers

Lesson 27 (of 28)

How to Sell Your GoDaddy Domain

Lesson 28 (of 28)

How to Transfer Your Domain to GoDaddy

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Darlene

Hi, I'm Darlene. Being a GoDaddy Guide, l love to offer support that helps customers feel empowered to build their own websites and online stores. When they realize that they can build a beautiful site they’re super proud of – that’s an incredible feeling!

Nada

Hi, I'm Nada. As a GoDaddy Guide, I'm always amazed when I hear the incredible business ideas and online ventures that our customers come up with. Supporting their journey and transforming their dreams into reality – it’s awesome!

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