How to choose a domain name for your Telegram directory

A domain name is hard to change once your directory has visitors, links and search rankings. Spend an hour choosing well.

Qualities of a good name

• Short and easy to say — you will share it in Telegram chats and by voice.
• Clear about the topic — words like "groups", "links", "channels" or your niche help visitors and search engines.
• No hyphens or numbers unless they are part of the brand; they are easy to forget.
• No trademarks — avoid putting other companies' brand names in your domain. Call it "TG", "links" or your own brand instead.

Which extension?

• .com — the most recognised worldwide.
• .in — a clear signal for an Indian audience.
• Newer extensions such as .link or .club can work for a niche brand.

Register and protect it

1. Search availability at domainsrock.com or domainsrock.in.
2. Register it in your own name with an email address you will keep.
3. Turn on auto-renewal and domain lock so it never expires or moves by accident.

Sub-domain or main domain?

A TGGroups license covers one domain and its sub-domains. You can run the directory on the main domain or on a sub-domain such as tg.yourbrand.com next to an existing site.