What Is a Domain Name (and Do I Need One for WordPress)? Print

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A domain name is the address of a website on the internet. It is the part of a web address that comes after the "http://" or "https://" and before the first "/". For example, in the web address "https://www.example.com/page-1", "example.com" is the domain name.

Yes, you will need a domain name for your WordPress website. A domain name is what people will use to access your website, so it is an important part of your online presence. You will need to register a domain name and point it to your web hosting account in order to make your WordPress site accessible to the public. If you purchase a domain at Noraahost.com with WordPress hosting, your domain will automatically be pointed to your web hosting account. 

You can register a domain name through Noraahost.com. Domain names typically cost around $10-15 per year, but prices can vary depending on the domain extension (e.g., .com, .org, .net) and the registrar you use. Once you have registered a domain name, you can use it to create a memorable and easy-to-find web address for your WordPress site.


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