# Domain – All Information

Domain – All Information – Web hosting and domain knowledge from NexoraHost.

Here you'll find a comprehensive overview of domains. From basics and setup to tips for choosing the right domain.

## What is a domain?

A domain is the globally unique address of your website on the internet. Instead of having to remember complicated IP addresses, visitors simply enter your domain – for example yourbusiness.com. The DNS (Domain Name System) then translates the name into the associated IP address and directs the visitor to the correct server.

## Structure of a domain

    - **Third-level domain:** www (optional, usually automatic)
- **Second-level domain:** yourname (the freely choosable part)
- **Top-level domain (TLD):** .de, .com, .net, .org and many more

Example: www.yourname.com

## Domain types

    - **Country code domains (ccTLD):** .de, .at, .ch, .it, .fr – ideal for local projects
- **Generic domains (gTLD):** .com, .net, .org, .info – for international or thematic projects
- **New TLDs:** .shop, .online, .app, .blog – for specific applications

## Domain vs. Webspace vs. Hosting

    
        Feature
        Domain
        Webspace
        Hosting
    

    
        What is it?
        The address on the internet
        The storage space for files
        The entire infrastructure
    

    
        Comparison
        Like the house number
        Like the plot of land
        Like the entire house
    

    
        Needed for
        Accessibility of the website
        Storing files and databases
        Complete package of both
    

## What belongs to a domain?

    - DNS settings (A records, CNAME, MX records)
- Forwarding and subdomains
- Domain protection and privacy options
- Owner change and transfer

## What to look for when choosing a domain

    - Short and memorable – long domains are hard to remember
- Avoid special characters or umlauts if possible
- Choose a suitable TLD for your project
- Check trademark rights – not every domain is legally allowed
- Activate domain protection for privacy

## Which domain suits whom?

    - **.com** – International projects and global reach
- **.de** – Companies and individuals focused on Germany
- **.net** – Network and technology projects
- **.org** – Associations and non-profit organizations
- **.shop** – Online shops and e-commerce

## Domain at NexoraHost

With us, you get webspace and servers without a domain – you need to register the domain yourself with a domain provider of your choice. Afterwards you can easily connect it to your server via the DNS settings.

*More details and step-by-step guides can be found in the articles in the left navigation under Domains.*