Custom domain name

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A domain name is a unique name that identifies a website. For example, rcampus.com and facultycentral.com are domain names of our sites.

You can use our templates and tools with your custom domain name for a nomiminal fee. Please see Domain Name Upgrade for more information.

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[+] FAQ

[+] How do I purchase a domain name?

Domain names must be purchased from an accredited domain name registrar.

[+] How do I pick a good domain name?

In general, a good domain name is short (optimally 5-7 characters), easy to type and remember, and ends with .com. In the academic arena, however, proper domain names end with .edu or .org.

.edu domain names are only granted to accreditted schools. Please visit www.educause.edu for more information.

.com, .net, .org, and other domain names can be purchased freely. If you decided to purchase a .org or .net domain, it is highly recommended to also purchase the .com to prevent confusion by visitors.

[+] I own a domain name. How do I use it for my website or ePortfolio?

Please follow these steps. Feel free to contact us should you require assisstance:

  1. Subscribe to an upgrade plan: Upgrade plans are listed at Domain name upgrade. Your domain name will be activated within 24 hours of subscription.
  2. Point your domain name to our server: The following steps describe how to configure your domain name at your domain name registrar's website.
    • Login to your account at your domain name registrar's website. NOTE: This is not your account at our website.
    • Find the location for DNS or Domain Name Servers settings.
    • You should be allowed to enter at least two DNS or Domain Name Servers. Enter the following:
      • NS1.ClassCentral.com
      • NS2.ClassCentral.com
    • Save your settings.

You are done. Please allow 24 to 48 hours for your domain name to propagate through the Internet.

[+] How long should I purchase a domain name for?

Domain names must be purchased on a yearly basis. You can purchase one for as short as a year and renew it according to your needs.

[+] My domain name is about to expire. What should I do?

Contact your registrar for renewing your domain name. Beware of domain name expiration as most domains are likely to be snatched by domain warehouses who try to sell it back to you at a high price.

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