{"id":17570,"date":"2022-06-24T06:21:00","date_gmt":"2022-06-24T10:21:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.knownhost.com\/blog\/?p=17570"},"modified":"2024-12-03T06:32:18","modified_gmt":"2024-12-03T11:32:18","slug":"parked-domains-and-when-to-use-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.knownhost.com\/blog\/parked-domains-and-when-to-use-them\/","title":{"rendered":"Parked Domains and When to Use Them"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Most users purchase a domain name with the intention of building a website around it, but there are no rules or regulations stating this has to be the case, nor is there a time limit on when you have to use your domain. You can legally purchase as many domain names as you want and hang onto them to use later if you desire. Purchasing multiple domains and leaving them \u201cparked\u201d is becoming a much more common practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So why would anyone purchase domain names just to leave them parked? Good question. The reasons for parking domains vary widely but some common explanations include; ensuring that the specific domain name you want is secured while you are still working out the details and kinks of your project. By pre-purchasing a domain and parking it, there is no chance your unique name will be \u201cstolen\u201d by someone else before you launch. The other use for parked domains is the ability to use one as an \u201calias\u201d for a site that is already up and running.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Curious if parking a domain or two may be a good choice for you? In this article we will provide information about parking domains, how they work, and how to set them up, and then you can decide for yourself. As you know, KnownHost offers a full menu of domain management options, with an easy to use, intuitive user interface that makes managing your domains a breeze.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Advantages and Uses of Parked Domains<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most traditional websites have a single URL or domain name that guides visitors to the site. By typing in the domain name, guests are able to find your site, complete business transactions, leave messages, and share your site with social media. In addition to the single URL model, there is also the option to have an \u201calias\u201d or parked domain that contains additional URL\u2019s that lead to your main site. It\u2019s pretty obvious that having an \u201calias\u201d can increase the number of visitors that find your site. Aliases are just one way to use a parked domain. Others include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n