How to Register a Domain Name in Bangladesh
A step-by-step guide to choosing, registering, and setting up your domain name. Covers .com, .net, pricing, and DNS basics.
Choosing the Right Domain Name
Your domain name is your website's address on the internet. It should be memorable, easy to spell, and relevant to your business or project. Here are the key decisions:
- Keep it short — under 15 characters is ideal. Shorter names are easier to remember and type.
- Avoid hyphens and numbers — they're hard to communicate verbally and look unprofessional.
- Use keywords if natural — "dhakaprints.com" tells visitors what you do instantly.
- Check social media availability — try to match your domain across Facebook, Instagram, etc.
Choosing a Domain Extension
The extension (.com, .net, .org) matters for trust and SEO. Here's how to choose:
- .com — The global standard. Best for international businesses and maximum trust. From ৳999/year at SNBD HOST.
- .net — Good alternative if .com is taken. Works well for tech and network-related businesses.
- .org — Traditionally for non-profits and organizations. Still trusted but less commercial.
- .io, .dev, .app — Popular with tech startups and developers. Higher price point.
Our Recommendation
For most businesses, .com is the best default. It is the most recognized and trusted domain extension. SNBD HOST supports 500+ domain extensions.
Search for available domains →How to Register Your Domain
Domain registration is a straightforward process:
- Search for availability — enter your desired domain name at snbdhost.com/domain-register to check if it's available.
- Choose your extension — select .com, .net, or whichever extension fits your needs.
- Provide registrant information — your name, address, and contact details (required by ICANN).
- Enable WHOIS privacy — SNBD HOST includes free WHOIS privacy protection to hide your personal details from public lookup.
- Complete payment — pay via bKash, Nagad, bank transfer, or card.
- Domain is active — your domain is registered immediately and ready to use.
Connecting Your Domain to Hosting
After registration, you need to point your domain to your hosting server. This is done through DNS (Domain Name System) settings:
- If hosting and domain are both at SNBD HOST: DNS is configured automatically. No manual setup needed.
- If domain is at another registrar: Update the nameservers to point to SNBD HOST's nameservers (provided in your welcome email).
- DNS propagation takes 24-48 hours globally, but usually completes within a few hours.
Domain Transfers
Already have a domain at another registrar? You can transfer it to SNBD HOST for centralized management. Transfers include a one-year extension of your domain registration.
To transfer, your domain must be at least 60 days old, unlocked at the current registrar, and you'll need the EPP/authorization code from your current registrar. SNBD HOST support can guide you through the process.