Calling all bloggers that don’t have their own domain! If you still haven’t bought a web hosting or domain for your blog, today might be the perfect time to do so. I’ve noticed a lot of bloggers that are still hosted on blog services like Blogger or WordPress. If you’re really serious about blogging or plan to “make money online” you can’t do it without having your own domain. Are you not getting a domain/ web hosting because it’s too expensive? Don’t worry, I have the solution. But let me say it again, if you’re serious about blogging and plan to get a domain or webhosting, you should read on. If not, you can keep on your ____.blogspot.com or _____.wordpress.com blog.
Most bloggers don’t buy their own domain because they think they can achieve their goals in blogging without it. Well, they’re wrong. Do you even know any “top blogs” out there that are still hosted with Blogger or WordPress? I don’t think so. That’s because bloggers know that having your own domain name keeps you away from many limitations that the web gives you. You can’t have your own Alexa Ranking or PageRank for example, which is very important for services like Text Link Ads or ReviewMe to get accepted. If money wasn’t the problem, you should have gotten a domain a long time ago. If money is a problem, here’s what I have for you.
Since my site is hosted on Dreamhost, I was given the chance to give other users a way to save money for their webhosting by giving away promo codes. Not only do I have promo codes that can save you money, but I also have promo codes that will give you more features like more bandwidth, disk storage, or extra domains. Yes, the Dreamhost promo codes are referrals and in term I get a commission for them. But why does it matter when you’re saving money? You’re helping me reach my goal too without having to donate anything to me. So to finish up this post, here are the promo codes you can use if you decide to purchase from Dreamhost:
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thanks for the information. i’ve been thinking of having my own domain. it makes money making more easier if you don’t use blogspot or wordpress. i can get paid better for every review with my own domain.
im saving for it..
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Rahul Jadhav Reply:
February 22nd, 2009 at 11:52 am
If a person is serious about blogging and not using a Custom Domain then he is a fool. Using a Custom domain is the first thing a blogger should do
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It’s not like it’s too expensive to get a domain and a webhost! If you are trying to make money online, going independent is the only way to go!
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Isn’t GigaOM hosted on Wordpress? Anyways, those promo links are very nice of you to give out.
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I agree. I recently, got my domain too, FOR FREE! The new domain is shorter and sounds way better. oh…and…if you wanna know about how to get a free domain name, just read this post - http://www.michaeltalk.com/2008/blogging/my-new-domain-name/
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I hope I can get my own domain at end of this month, recently I had join some contest that offer cash. I hope this coupon will not expired when I want to use it.
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It’s not expensive to get a good webspace and your own domain. Depending on free webspace and blogging services can be risky, because in most cases the owners of the service can simply cancel your account and kill your website.
A good webhosting includes features like .htaccess that can help you optimize your website for search engines.
Don’t be a cheapskate, do it right!
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oops ! next time , i’ll call ya up for codes ! k
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I agree. Having your own website and domain name is very important for online success … This is especially important for affiliates. Having your owm website is like owning virtual Real Estate!
Thanks for the post,
Shontavia G.
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I have gone mine Heart Random from a contest that I won. I am using shann host. Not sure how many people hear of that before. Its new blog started in Sept, that’s why no PR yet.
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50GONE is good for me, thanks.
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I just won another contest and the prize is a domain and a year free hosting.
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BM Reply:
October 31st, 2008 at 10:22 am
congrats on that one
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My blog is hosted on Google’s servers
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thanks bm that mean I am busy again with blog but I still don’t get my feedback as I already told her which I want. Still waiting her answer.
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Thanks. I dont Have my own name domain…but some time I Buy The domain with my own name.
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I have to agree 100%, with the cost of web hosting and domain names this isn’t even a question in mind.
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Hello I am just looking around many different websites that offer domain names. Well this is rediculous on how many people out there charge you for so many items that don’t need to be bought and still get the same quality as the paid for sites. I have found out that all you need to really pay out is max $10 year and no more for any product on domain names. And you can get free hosting, website design programs, free personalized emails, free blog account, and free online picture site. ALL WITH A $10 PAYMENT. So don’t waste your time on paying anymore for what you need unless you are running a huge website. And still it shouldn’t cost more than $89.00 Year. By the way if the Blog owner lets me post this I have settled down with http://www.rnrstuff.net. But there are other like this site here that seem real nice. But Beware the Domain BIZ is still very young and it is still got alot of growing so get it while its young.
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