Posted on February 21st, 2012
Buying a reseller plan, does not make you a web hosting guru. Many people make the mistake of buying ‘custom made’ plans in a bid to make it big in the hosting industry, but fail due to lack of data and expertise. The following are some tips to keep in mind before you dabble in reseller web hosting.
Pick a suitable company and domain name
This is the first and most vital part of your web hosting journey; a relevant and easy to remember domain name typically ranks high in SERPS or search engine result pages. However, you will need to be quick on your toes if you want to nab a good one. Competition is fierce for the best domain names in the market and you will eventually have to undergo a bidding war to purchase the one of your choice. Additionally, picking one that reflects your business ideals is a good start.
Choose a relevant hosting platform
A hosting platform is one of several options you need to keep in mind in your web hosting venture. You can go for reseller, VPS accounts and even dedicated plans. However, it’s better to go for the first option if you don’t have a large client pool to cater to, in order to remain within budget.
Automate transaction procedures
This is perhaps the last and most important step you need to take care of. The ideal method would be to get the whole billing procedure automated. This way you won’t have to lift a finger as the system takes care of the domain registration and transaction procedures.