http://www.thirtydaychallenge.com/training/2009day05.php GuruBob introduces the next stage of targeting your micro-niche, which is getting yourself a domain name. Find out more about the it here: http://www.thirtydaychallenge.com/training/2009day05.php
I was watching a … I was watching a google conference with that one google dude and he was reviewing websites for seo-ness.
The google guy actually chastised a site for not including the word iTrip, I think it was. He said the website was missing out on a lot of traffic by leaving that word out of his iPod car adapter website.
I don’t think that the official google guy would give illegal advice. I can see companies having a point with their tm in domain names, if it’s outlined in their affiliate conditions.
if your chosen … if your chosen domain is already taken then instead of using hyphens you should use words such as “with/for/by/and/the/site” using one of these words with your keyphrase is much better then adding a hyphen to the domain.
worldmodelcoach – … worldmodelcoach – Be grateful you get this free content. The energy you waste complaining can be used in other productive ways. Peace.
does the length of … does the length of the domain name matter?
I once set up a monetized blog that had a long domain name (4 words in it) and had been advised by a SEO specialist to change it to a shorter domain name. He said that Google regard long domains as a spam site.
I changed it to 2 words – without my best keyphrase in it because my target keyphrase was “too long”. I did a 301 redirect.
After that, my emails to my list started going to their SPAM box! Aaarrgh.
Just to clarify, Robert used this example for two reasons:
a) To be consistent with day 2
b) We’ve picked examples that deliberately do not meet the 30DC criteria, as in the past real examples have been pummelled by not so well intentioned people with obscene linking etc
NET: We DO NOT recommend you acquire a domain that includes any brand names, unless you own that brand name.
I got a cease and … I got a cease and desist letter when I built a website on a domain that had the word “Realtor” in it. The word Realtor is protected same as Leica. If you want to waste time and money then register a name that contains a company name. Do your research before you register!!!
Valprop you … Valprop you certainly have a point. I too would strongly advise against using any brands or trademark names in a website or anywhere for that matter unless you own them. You will have a cease and desist order from the attorney of the company that owns it in no time. Therefore the Leica example would probably spell trouble.
Q: What is the … Q: What is the difference between a URL and a Domain name??? I could see that the kw Leica was in the end of the url but not in the domain – how does that happen?
Am I missing … Am I missing something here Bob? Surely Leica will ask you to take the site down for unauthorised use of the name or cyber squatting.
I have a friend who had a cease and desist order for using a trade name and i am currently having to change a domain for the same reason.
Confused!
http://www.thirtydaychallenge.com/training/2009day05.php GuruBob introduces the next stage of targeting your micro-niche, which is getting yourself a domain name. Find out more about the it here: http://www.thirtydaychallenge.com/training/2009day05.php
15 Responses to “30DC Day 05 – Unique Domain Names”
By worldmodelcoach on Dec 29, 2009 | Reply
You can’t be …
You can’t be productive is you are not interested. If something is presented in this way, the point, not matter how good, is lost.
By ChrisKillz503 on Dec 29, 2009 | Reply
I was watching a …
I was watching a google conference with that one google dude and he was reviewing websites for seo-ness.
The google guy actually chastised a site for not including the word iTrip, I think it was. He said the website was missing out on a lot of traffic by leaving that word out of his iPod car adapter website.
I don’t think that the official google guy would give illegal advice. I can see companies having a point with their tm in domain names, if it’s outlined in their affiliate conditions.
By withtheweb on Dec 29, 2009 | Reply
if your chosen …
if your chosen domain is already taken then instead of using hyphens you should use words such as “with/for/by/and/the/site” using one of these words with your keyphrase is much better then adding a hyphen to the domain.
By AlphaWinner28 on Dec 29, 2009 | Reply
worldmodelcoach – …
worldmodelcoach – Be grateful you get this free content. The energy you waste complaining can be used in other productive ways. Peace.
By Fitmanfrombc on Dec 29, 2009 | Reply
thank you
thank you
By worldmodelcoach on Dec 29, 2009 | Reply
This is awesome …
This is awesome content! BUT why does everything have to be soo damned boring??? Each of these videos could be 2 to 5 minutes long.
By ntelechy on Dec 29, 2009 | Reply
does the length of …
does the length of the domain name matter?
I once set up a monetized blog that had a long domain name (4 words in it) and had been advised by a SEO specialist to change it to a shorter domain name. He said that Google regard long domains as a spam site.
I changed it to 2 words – without my best keyphrase in it because my target keyphrase was “too long”. I did a 301 redirect.
After that, my emails to my list started going to their SPAM box! Aaarrgh.
Can you clarify these issues? Thanks
By tcmiles88 on Dec 29, 2009 | Reply
Thanks, Princess …
Thanks, Princess Caro, for the explanation. Totally responsive and helpful.
By PrincessCaro on Dec 29, 2009 | Reply
Hi everyone, Caro …
Hi everyone, Caro here
Just to clarify, Robert used this example for two reasons:
a) To be consistent with day 2
b) We’ve picked examples that deliberately do not meet the 30DC criteria, as in the past real examples have been pummelled by not so well intentioned people with obscene linking etc
NET: We DO NOT recommend you acquire a domain that includes any brand names, unless you own that brand name.
Caro
By edmago72 on Dec 29, 2009 | Reply
Same question, …
Same question, please help¡
By zacwin on Dec 29, 2009 | Reply
I got a cease and …
I got a cease and desist letter when I built a website on a domain that had the word “Realtor” in it. The word Realtor is protected same as Leica. If you want to waste time and money then register a name that contains a company name. Do your research before you register!!!
By tglinc on Dec 29, 2009 | Reply
Valprop you …
Valprop you certainly have a point. I too would strongly advise against using any brands or trademark names in a website or anywhere for that matter unless you own them. You will have a cease and desist order from the attorney of the company that owns it in no time. Therefore the Leica example would probably spell trouble.
By gemini451960 on Dec 29, 2009 | Reply
Q: What is the …
Q: What is the difference between a URL and a Domain name??? I could see that the kw Leica was in the end of the url but not in the domain – how does that happen?
Great tips on choosing a Domain name. Thanks !
By Valprop on Dec 29, 2009 | Reply
Am I missing …
Am I missing something here Bob? Surely Leica will ask you to take the site down for unauthorised use of the name or cyber squatting.
I have a friend who had a cease and desist order for using a trade name and i am currently having to change a domain for the same reason.
Confused!
By cheesypuof on Dec 29, 2009 | Reply
1st view. GO BOB!
1st view. GO BOB!