Allison ChowdhuryWe have another batch of domains on sale this week, with 20+ opportunities to save big at our Monthly Domain Sale. Check out the deals.
Goo.gl is going, going, gone: What to use instead
GuestBy Dannielle Cabler
If you use goo.gl to shorten your links, you’ve probably heard that it’s being discontinued. That means that by March 30, 2019 (yikes!) you’ll need a new solution up and running.
It’s never fun to be forced to switch tools or platforms, but this is actually a good opportunity to reevaluate URL shorteners and switch to something more robust.
Here are some of the best things about switching, and why we think you’ll love using Name.com’s Branded URL Shortener, powered by BL.INK.
Going global: A quick guide to international digital marketing
By Gary Viray
Globalization was once a dream for many of us who cannot afford to set up our own business in different parts of the world. That notion has changed as we are ushered into the digital era, where everything and anything can be accessed through the internet.
Having a solid digital marketing strategy is just the first step in conquering the global stage. Businesses looking to promote their brand on an international level can be risky, but it can yield a larger stream of revenue if done correctly.
However, joining the global mix isn’t as simple as declaring that you can offer services worldwide—changes must be made to your website and digital marketing strategy for this to work. Before you work on globalizing your brand, do your research and see if it will work out for you.
Ready? Let’s start!
The March 2019 promo code has a cult following (for good reason)
March is already here, and a brand new renewal code has come right along with it.
.DEV domains are now available
The GA date is finally here, and you can now register a .DEV domain for your website.
10 low-budget social media strategies for your small business
By Alisha Shibli
In today’s day and age, you need social media to get the word out. Leads, conversions, customer engagement, SEO rankings—there’s a lot riding on social media’s shoulders. The stakes are very, very high. This comes as no surprise considering that both big and small businesses are punching above their weight to get the maximum returns from their social media campaigns. A report published by Yellow Social Media in 2018 said that small businesses spent 42% more on social media marketing than they did in 2017—which is staggering.
As a small business owner, the competition is tough given the kind of money you need to pump in for your paid social media campaigns. This is why low-budget social media tactics might help fuel your social presence and help you in terms of reach and conversions.
20+ domains on sale for February 2019
We’re back with another of our Monthly Domains Sales, where you can find deals on 20+ domains. Check out the details for this month’s deal.
The February 2019 promo code will spice up your life
Spice Girls references aside, the promo code for February 2019 will help you save on renewals of .com and .net domains via a truly spicy promo code.
The hijacking of David Walsh
JaredHe hit us up on Twitter. Could we help him get his domain back?
davidwalsh.name hadn’t been stolen from us, but whoever hijacked it had transferred it to Name.com before moving it to another registrar.
Inspired, we Tweeted back that we were going to try and get it. Even though it seemed pretty close to impossible.
Preorder .DEV and get a free SSL certificate
One of the most anticipated new domains is almost here. While .DEV doesn’t officially become Generally Available until Feb. 28, 2019, you can now preorder your domain in the hopes of being the first to grab it when the drop date rolls around. Better yet, preorders for .DEV now include free Advanced Security, which comes with the SSL certificate needed to make .DEV resolve.
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