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Domain Name Registration Process: Recommended Platforms (Aliyun, Tencent Cloud, Namecheap, etc.)

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Registering a domain name is one of the easiest and most exciting steps in the process of building a website. The process is as easy as shopping online. This chapter will break down the registration process for you and recommend a few reliable service platforms to help you own your first domain name with ease.

​I. Recommended registration platforms​

It is crucial to choose a reputable platform that is easy to manage. Below are a few of the most mainstream domain name registrars at home and abroad:

​1. Domestic platforms (recommended for domestic users)​

  • AliCloud (WAN).​
    • Pros.The largest domestic market share, simple management background, seamless integration with products such as AliCloud server, smooth filing process. Support Alipay, Chinese customer service, very friendly to newbies.
    • Good for the crowd.The main business and users are almost all users in the country.
    • Official website:Click to enter the official website
  • ​Tencent Cloud (DNSPod).​
    • ​Pros.Similar to AliCloud, it is another domestic cloud service giant. There are often very strong new user offers and domain prices can be extremely low. The backend experience is also good.
    • Good for the crowd.Users who are looking for a discount, or who primarily use Tencent Cloud servers.
    • Official website:Click to enter the official website

​2. Foreign platforms​

  • ​Namecheap.​
    • Pros.Globally recognized for itsFree WHOIS Privacy Protection(Other platforms usually charge for this) and are highly regarded. Prices are transparent, and the backend is in English but easy to use. Supports Alipay and PayPal.
    • Good for the crowd.Users who are concerned about privacy protection, users who are mainly overseas, or users who do not want to file.
  • ​GoDaddy.​
    • ​Pros.The world's largest domain name registrar with many marketing campaigns.
    • Drawbacks.Higher renewal prices, lots of additional sales pitches, WHOIS privacy protection for an additional fee.Not very friendly to newcomers, easy to mistakenly purchase unwanted products and the probability of domestic harmonization status.​
    • Recommendation.Beginners choose with caution.

​Beginner's Advice.​

  • If your target users are in China and you plan to use domestic hosting (record keeping is required), please do not hesitate to choose [Aliyun] or [Tencent Cloud].​
  • If your target users are overseas, or you don't want to get involved in the filing process at all, [Namecheap] is a great choice.​

​Second, the detailed process of domain name registration (Ali cloud as an example)​

The whole process is as easy as placing an order on Taobao and takes only 5 minutes.

​Step 1: Search for a domain name​

  1. Open itAliCloud official website(aliyun.com), find the “Domain Name” channel in the top navigation bar, or directly search for “domain name registration”.
  2. In the domain name lookup box, enter the name of your preferred domain name, such as example, then choose your favorite suffix (e.g. .com、.cn), click “Search”.

​Step 2: Add to cart​

  1. The search result will show whether the domain name is “unregistered” or not.
  2. If available, click “Add to List” or “Buy Now” on the right. The platform will often recommend other suffixes, so choose as many as you need.
  3. Important.Be sure to check the“Domain Name Privacy Protection”(AliCloud may be called “WHOIS Information Protection”). This service is usually free for one year, and it hides your personal phone and email information from public collection and harassment.

​Step 3: Settlement and Real Name Authentication​

  1. Click “Checkout Now” to go to the order page.
  2. Select the year of enrollment.Usually the first year is the cheapest. You can sign up for 1 year, or sign up for multiple years at once in case you forget to renew.
  3. Create an information template (real name authentication)​
    • this isNecessary steps for mainland China registrars (AliCloud, Tencent Cloud)。
    • You will need to create a “Domain Information Template” and fill in yourReal name, ID number(individual) orCompany Business License No.(business) and upload a photo ID.
    • AliCloud will automatically review the generalMinutes to an hourIt will be passed. This certification is required by CNNIC (China Internet Network Information Center) and is mandatory.
  4. Select the information template with a real name and check the Terms of Service.

​Step 4: Pay for your order​

  1. Choose a payment method (Alipay, WeChat, etc.) and complete the payment.
  2. After successful payment, the domain is officially yours! You will see it in the admin backend.

​(if registered on a foreign platform such as Namecheap)​

The process is basically the same, with the following differences:

  • No real-name authentication is required.Just fill in your personal information when registering (it is recommended to fill in real information, but the platform will provide a free privacy protection service to hide this information).
  • Payment Methods.Support international credit cards, PayPal, and also Alipay.
  • Manage the backend.is in full English, but with clear logic.

​III. Important operations after registration​

  1. Managing domain names.Log in to the backend of AliCloud/TencentCloud/Namecheap and find the “Domains” or “Domain List” module where your domain name is located. This is where you will renew and resolve your domain name in the future.
  2. Wait for the resolution to take effect.After successful registration, the domain name is ready for resolution. However, it usually takes a few minutes to a few hours for the domain name to take effect globally, which is normal.
  3. Remember the renewal date.Domain names are rented on a yearly basis, not a one-time buyout.Always remember the expiration dateIf you do not renew your domain name in advance, it may be taken by someone else. It is recommended to enable the “auto-renewal” function.

​Summaries and reminders​

  • Platform Selection.Domestic users selectAlibaba Cloud / Tencent CloudOverseas users chooseNamecheap。
  • Core Processes.​ ​Inquiry -> Add to Cart -> Real Name Verification (Domestic Platform) -> Payment。
  • Must-do's.Be sure to turn it on.“Domain Name Privacy Protection”。
  • Final Recommendation.Don't get hung up on it, follow the process and you can have your own domain name today! By completing this step, you are one step closer to building a successful website. Next, we can go to prepare a “home” for your domain name - the server.
  • Domain Activity Recommendations:LikaCloud has collectedRecent Domain Name Activity, such as Tencent Cloud $0/first year, Western Digital transfer 50% off, etc. Sharing them will hopefully save you some time in repeatedly finding information.
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