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You want to start a website. Budget’s tight. You see “free domain” offers everywhere. Tempting, right? Here’s the truth upfront. Free domains cost you more in the long run. They limit your growth. They hurt your credibility. They can disappear without warning. On the other hand, paid domains cost ₹500-1,500 annually. That’s less than ₹125 …

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You just paid for your domain. The payment went through. You got a confirmation email. But when you type your domain into a browser, nothing happens. How long do you have to wait? Here’s the short answer. Most domains in India activate within 5 minutes to 2 hours. But the full story is more nuanced. …

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You found the perfect business name. You check domain availability. The .com is taken. The .in is available. So is .co.in. And .online. And about 50 other extensions you’ve never heard of. Now, which one do you choose? It’s simple. For most Indian businesses, .in or .co.in are your best bets. They signal local presence, …

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You want to start a website. Someone mentions domain names. Another person talks about web hosting. You nod along, pretending to understand. But honestly? You’re confused about what each one does. Typically, a domain name is your website’s address, such as yoursite.in, while web hosting refers to the space where your website’s files are actually …

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You just bought a domain, signed up for hosting, and are hoping everything will work. But when you type your domain into a browser, nothing happens. Just an error message. The problem? Your nameservers aren’t configured. Most Indian domain owners skip this step. They assume domains and hosting connect automatically. They don’t. Nameservers are the …

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