{"id":7727,"date":"2016-10-28T15:30:33","date_gmt":"2016-10-28T07:30:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/exabytes.sg\/blog\/?p=7727"},"modified":"2023-08-01T10:42:27","modified_gmt":"2023-08-01T02:42:27","slug":"create-domainurl-redirect-better-branding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/create-domainurl-redirect-better-branding\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Create A Domain\/URL Redirect For Better Branding"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-27475\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/domain-url-redirect-for-branding.jpg?resize=696%2C364&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"domain or url redirect for better branding\" width=\"696\" height=\"364\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/domain-url-redirect-for-branding.jpg?resize=1024%2C536&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/domain-url-redirect-for-branding.jpg?resize=300%2C157&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/domain-url-redirect-for-branding.jpg?resize=768%2C402&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/domain-url-redirect-for-branding.jpg?resize=696%2C364&amp;ssl=1 696w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/domain-url-redirect-for-branding.jpg?resize=1068%2C559&amp;ssl=1 1068w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/domain-url-redirect-for-branding.jpg?resize=218%2C114&amp;ssl=1 218w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/domain-url-redirect-for-branding.jpg?resize=803%2C420&amp;ssl=1 803w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/domain-url-redirect-for-branding.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Today, let\u2019s talk about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exabytes.sg\/domains\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">domain<\/a> \/ URL redirection. There are many reasons why you need to setup a domain redirect. The need usually arises when your company starts to grow bigger and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/domain-names-and-branding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">another brand is needed<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>URL Redirect (likewise described as URL Forwarding) is a method which is made use of to redirect your domain name&#8217;s visitors to a various link.<\/p>\n<p>You can ahead your domain to any kind of website, web page, and so on which is offered online.<\/p>\n<p>Do you know you can redirect a domain to another URL without letting your website visitors know? Read Here for more details about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/hide-your-original-website-url-address\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">URL Masking<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><strong><em>How does Domain\/URL Redirect Work Actually?<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7728 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/MAKES.png?resize=696%2C364&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Domain\/URL Redirect\" width=\"696\" height=\"364\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/MAKES.png?resize=1024%2C536&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/MAKES.png?resize=300%2C157&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/MAKES.png?resize=768%2C402&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/MAKES.png?resize=696%2C364&amp;ssl=1 696w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/MAKES.png?resize=1068%2C559&amp;ssl=1 1068w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/MAKES.png?resize=803%2C420&amp;ssl=1 803w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/MAKES.png?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For example, you have recently registered a second domain name (www.yourdomain2.com) which can well represent your business, in addition to the first domain name (www.yourdomain1.com) you registered around a year ago.<\/p>\n<p>So after a domain redirect is setup for www.yourdomain2.com, every time a web visitor visit it, he\/she will be redirect to land on\u00a0 www.yourdomain1.com .<\/p>\n<p>This move can give you SEO advantage, and make your business more discoverable.<\/p>\n<h2><strong><em>How to setup Domain\/URL Redirect?<br \/>\n<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Step 1: Login to cPanurl redirectel.<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-7697 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cPanel1.png?resize=540%2C349&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"cpanel1\" width=\"540\" height=\"349\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Step 2: Scroll down. Click on the &#8216;Redirects&#8217; icon at the Domains tab.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-7729 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/1.png?resize=540%2C98&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"1\" width=\"540\" height=\"98\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Step 3: Choose if you want to create a Permanent (301), or Temporary (302) redirect by clicking the drop down box.<\/p>\n<p>Step 4: Choose the domain that you wish to redirect.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-7730 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/2.png?resize=540%2C174&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"2\" width=\"540\" height=\"174\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Step 5: Next, you just need to fill in the box beside slash \u2018\/\u2019 with the folder name you are currently using.\u00a0 You may leave it blank if you wish to redirect the original domain name.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-7731 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/3.jpg?resize=540%2C185&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"3\" width=\"540\" height=\"185\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Step 6: Choose the default &#8211; &#8220;Redirect with or without www.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Step 7: Check the box if you wish to create a Wild Card Redirect. This will add the the same folder name after the URL when it redirects. For example, yourdomain1.com\/test.php will redirect its visitors to yourdomain2.com\/test.php.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-7732 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/4.jpg?resize=540%2C189&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"4\" width=\"540\" height=\"189\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Step 8: It&#8217;s done. You\u2019ve successfully setup a domain\/URL redirect when you see the message below.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-7733 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/5.jpg?resize=540%2C96&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"5\" width=\"540\" height=\"96\" \/><\/p>\n<p>You may also view the tutorial video <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cpanel.com\/media\/tutorials\/redirects_lo.htm\" rel=\"noopener\">HERE<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Is this blog post useful to you? Feel free to call us at 65-67272277 or email our customer team at <a href=\"mailto:custcare@exabytes.sg\">custcare@exabytes.sg<\/a> if you encounter any problem!<\/p>\n<p>Register a second domain name with us, you can choose from more than 400 common and custom domain extensions with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exabytes.sg\/domains\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">affordable domain price<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Why Redirecting URLs or Domains Benefits Your Website<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Redirecting URLs or domains is a common practice used in web development and online marketing for various reasons:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/domain-names-check-journey\/\">Rebranding<\/a>: When a company undergoes rebranding, it might change its domain name to align with the new brand identity. Redirecting the old domain to the new one ensures a smooth transition for existing users.<\/li>\n<li>Website Restructuring: During website restructuring, URLs may change, leading to broken links. Redirects help maintain search engine rankings and user experience by redirecting old URLs to their new counterparts.<\/li>\n<li>Domain Consolidation: Companies may consolidate multiple domains into a single one to streamline their online presence. Redirects help consolidate traffic to the primary domain.<\/li>\n<li>Correcting Typos: Redirecting common misspellings or typo versions of a domain helps prevent user confusion and ensures they reach the intended website.<\/li>\n<li>Changing Website Structure: When a website&#8217;s structure is modified, redirecting old URLs to their new locations ensures users can find the desired content.<\/li>\n<li>Marketing Campaigns: Temporary redirects (<a href=\"https:\/\/support.exabytes.sg\/en\/support\/solutions\/articles\/14000112937-errors-code-in-sucuri-firewall-protection\" rel=\"noopener\">302<\/a>) are used in marketing campaigns to drive traffic to specific landing pages.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>In summary, redirecting URLs or domains is crucial for maintaining web traffic, enhancing user experience, and supporting various strategic changes in the online landscape. It allows businesses to ensure a seamless transition and avoid disruptions to their online presence.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><!--- CTA Section ----><\/p>\n<div class=\"inline-cta-wrapper\">\n<h3>Have A Cool Domain Name in Mind?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"description\">Use our simple domain availability checker to check <br class=\"mobile-br\" \/>if your dream domain is taken or not.<\/p>\n<div class=\"searchbar-container\">\n<form class=\"domain-form\" action=\"https:\/\/billing.exabytes.sg\/mypanel\/cart.php?a=add&amp;domain=register&amp;carttpl=standard_cart&amp;period=10&amp;utm_source=website&amp;utm_medium=inline-popup&amp;utm_campaign=domains\" method=\"post\" target=\"_parent\"><input class=\"domain\" name=\"query\" type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Your Dream Domain Name\" \/><br \/>\n<input class=\"submit\" name=\"button\" type=\"submit\" value=\"Search\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Related article: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/how-to-login-to-your-cpanel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Login to your cPanel<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Today, let\u2019s talk about domain \/ URL redirection. 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