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08-30-2010, 06:43 AM
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Hey guys,

I am ready to open up my portfolio but need a domain. I am thinking of using my Last name as the domain. So it will be like...

www.rezaee.me

As you can see, my last name is complicated. Would it better if I make a company name or use that as the site name!

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I would first select a company name related to your niche. Select a keyword rich domain.
Secondly a .com is much more valuable than a .me so if you are planning to have a commercial website it's is better to stick with .com.

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Well I'm only a student. Under 18....So is a company worth it now?

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I have a long last name which people find complicated too.

I just shortened it to the last 3 letters "Sch". It really depends on what you want. I'd just try and stick to something you think would be easy to remember.

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Well someone mentioned to be today that the domain rezaee.me is cool because...

When quoting it over the phone, I would suggest

"go to my website, reza double e dot me"

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I would think your last name would be the best option for you. Not only is it short, but it's memorable. Using your name is also a great method of getting your name out there.

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Find a play or words like TaeKwonJoe (above)

That's gold

Oh, and don't share it before you register it

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If you're freelancing than using your name will definitely give you that memorable edge.

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Yeah, I was referring to the website in the sig above me (Apple's sig)

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