A domain name is the address people type into their browser to visit your website. Think of it as your website’s street address on the internet. For example, www.hostcraft.in is a domain name. It’s how visitors find you online.

Without a domain name, users would have to type in an IP address like 192.168.1.1, which is difficult to remember. A domain name makes it easy and user-friendly.

Examples of domain names:

• google.com
• facebook.com
• hostcraft.in

You can register a domain name through a domain registrar like Hostcraft, and once you own it, it’s uniquely yours as long as you renew it.

What is Web Hosting?

Web hosting is the service that stores your website’s data—such as your HTML files, images, videos, and content—and makes it accessible on the internet. Think of it as the land where your website lives.

When someone types your domain name into a browser, the domain connects to the web hosting server, which then delivers your website to their screen.

Types of web hosting:

• Shared Hosting
• VPS (Virtual Private Server) Hosting
• Dedicated Hosting
• Cloud Hosting

Hostcraft offers various hosting plans depending on your needs, from personal blogs to large-scale business websites.

How Do They Work Together?

To make a website accessible to users, you need both:

• Register a domain name so users can find you.
• Get web hosting so your website files can be stored and served.

Once you have both, you link the domain name server to the hosting account via DNS (Domain Name System) settings.

Final Thoughts

A domain name and web hosting are like a home address and the actual house. You need both for a fully functioning website. Hostcraft makes it easy to manage both from one platform, giving you everything you need to launch and maintain your website.

Need help choosing the right domain and hosting plan? Contact Hostcraft’s support team today to get started!