What is domain & Hosting Management?

Domain and hosting management involves overseeing the registration, configuration, and maintenance of a website’s domain and hosting services. Domain management includes purchasing, renewing, configuring DNS settings, and ensuring privacy protection. It ensures your website’s address (e.g., www.example.com) is linked to the correct server. Hosting management involves controlling server settings, uploading website files, managing backups, monitoring performance, ensuring security, and handling email accounts associated with the domain. Both are essential for maintaining a website’s accessibility, security, and efficient operation. Effective management ensures your website remains online, fast, and secure, preventing downtime or technical issues.

Domain Management

• Register a Domain: You purchase a domain name from a registrar (e.g., GoDaddy, Namecheap).

• DNS Configuration: You set DNS (Domain Name System) records to point your domain to your hosting server (like setting A records, CNAME, or MX records for email).

• Renewal: You must renew the domain yearly (or longer) to keep ownership.

• Domain Privacy: Optionally, you enable WHOIS privacy to hide your personal info.

2. Hosting Management

• Choose a Hosting Provider: Services like Bluehost, HostGator, or SiteGround provide server space to store your website’s files.

• Upload Website Files: You upload your site content (HTML, images, scripts) via cPanel, FTP, or a website builder.

• Server Setup: Configure settings like PHP version, SSL certificate (for HTTPS), and databases.

• Backups and Security: Schedule regular backups, install firewalls or malware scanners, and manage access control.

• Email Setup: Create and manage custom email addresses using your domain (e.g., info@yourdomain.com).

3. Ongoing Monitoring

• Monitor uptime and speed.

• Make updates to content or software.

• Manage traffic loads or upgrade plans as your site grows.