Hyphens in a domain

Discussion in 'Domain Names' started by archard, Dec 24, 2007.

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    What do you think of hyphens in a domain name? Is this a bad practice or is it OK? Obviously it's not ideal, but is there any major reason not to do this?
     
    archard, Dec 24, 2007 IP
  2. doctorjones

    doctorjones Active Member

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    i think its pretty ok, as long as the contents are unique and relevant.
     
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    It should be second option if you won't get without hyphen domain name.
     
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    htmlindex Prominent Member

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    It drastically reduces the value of the domain name. From a SEO point of view, it helps a little.
     
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    konradbraun Peon

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    Well said... I was just goind to say that myself! Depends on where you want to use the domain too aswell as what your primary SEO goals for it are!
     
    konradbraun, Dec 25, 2007 IP