When setting up your website in FEA Create, you may come across the terms "domain" and "subdomain."
Understanding the difference between these two can help you set up your website correctly and ensure your audience can find your content easily.
What is a Domain?
A domain is your website’s main address on the internet. It is what people type into their browser to find your site.
For example, if your business is called "Brilliant Biz," your domain might be:
brilliantbiz.com
Think of a domain like your home address—it tells people where to go to find you online. When you purchase a domain, it becomes unique to you, and no one else can use the same one.
If you have purchased a domain but haven’t connected it anywhere yet, you can connect it directly to FEA Create without any issues.
What is a Subdomain?
A subdomain is like an extension of your main domain. It helps organize different sections of your website without needing to buy a new domain. A subdomain appears before your main domain in the web address. For example:
go.brilliantbiz.com
In this example, "go" is the subdomain. A subdomain allows you to add sections to your business without affecting your main website.
When Should You Use a Subdomain in FEA Create?
If your main website is hosted elsewhere, such as WordPress and you don’t want to disconnect your domain from that platform, you can create a subdomain to use with FEA Create instead.
By setting up a subdomain, you can use FEA Create for:
Funnels, landing pages and blogs (e.g., go.brilliantbiz.com)
A client portal for courses and communities (e.g., members.brilliantbiz.com)
This way, your main website stays where it is, but you can still take advantage of FEA Create’s tools for specific areas of your business.
Do You Need a Domain or a Subdomain?
If you don’t have a website elsewhere and want to use FEA Create for your entire website, you can connect your domain directly.
If you already have a website hosted elsewhere and want to use FEA Create for funnels, landing pages, or a client portal, setting up a subdomain is the best option.
Final Thoughts
Domains and subdomains allow you to organize your online presence effectively. If your website is hosted on another platform, using a subdomain lets you take advantage of FEA Create’s features without affecting your main site.
If you're not sure what you need, FEA Create makes it easy to set up and manage your domain or subdomains. You can always start with a simple setup and expand later as your business grows!