Everything you can do with your .cat domain

You’ve just registered your .cat domain, congratulations! A domain is much more than an Internet address: it’s how you exist online, the space where you can be yourself and connect with others.

We’ll walk you through all the benefits of having a .cat domain. Where would you like to start?

Create your personalised email

The first step is to create an email address with your domain. On the Internet, most users share the same email provider, whether it’s Gmail, Hotmail or similar, but now you can have a unique address: the name that best identifies you, followed by your .cat. It’s the most personal way to communicate. It also builds trust: anyone can create a gmail.com address with a name similar to yours without much difficulty, but an email with your .cat domain carries an added layer of authenticity that can make impersonation harder.

To create it, log in to your registrar’s control panel and look for the email section. If you don’t know how, your registrar can help you. And if you want to manage your .cat email from Gmail or Outlook, we have a step-by-step guide for each.

Build your web space

The domain is the name, and hosting is the space where your content lives. You need both to have a digital presence. Through your registrar you can get a hosting plan and publish anything you like on it: a blog, a portfolio, your business website, your organisation’s resources or a personal project.

If you don’t know where to start, check out our WordPress resources.

DNS: the system that makes your domain work

Every time someone types your domain into a browser, a system called DNS translates your domain name into a series of numbers, known as an IP address, that identify the server where your content is located. This is how browsers are able to find the content of your domain that you want to show online. This system is invisible and you don’t need to be an expert, but knowing it exists will help you when you need to set up your email or your website. If you’d like to learn more, read the guide that explains it step by step.

Protect your domain with DNSSEC

DNSSEC protects your domain from traffic hijacking, preventing anyone from redirecting your visitors to a fake page without them noticing. .cat is compatible with the DNSSEC protection system, so ask your registrar to activate it.

Your registrar, your travelling companion

The registrar is the company through which you registered your .cat domain and your first point of contact for any technical questions: DNS configuration, email setup, hosting installation and much more. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with them if you need help.

If you don’t remember who your registrar is, check the .cat WHOIS.

Renew your domain on time

Finally, something very important: your .cat domain has an expiry date. If you don’t renew it in time, you’ll lose it and anyone else will be able to register it. We recommend turning on automatic renewal from your registrar’s control panel so you don’t have to worry about it or making a careful note so you don’t forget to renew it.

Now you know everything you can do with your .cat

You have a domain and a space of your own on the Internet. Start building your digital presence in Catalan and make the most of it. If you have any questions, write to us at suport@domini.cat and we’ll be happy to help.