Dynadot You’re brainstorming your next big idea, scrolling through startup stories, when the question pops up: “Is a domain the same thing as a website?”
It might sound simple, but even seasoned entrepreneurs mix them up. And with more startups choosing creative extensions like .ai and .io, knowing the difference really matters.
Here’s the easiest way to think about it: a domain is the address, and a website is the house at that address. Without one, the other doesn’t make much sense.
A domain name is your unique spot on the internet. When someone types “yourbrand.com” into their browser, they’re asking to be directed to your online home.
Domains have a clear structure. In “spotify.com,” spotify is the second-level domain (your brand name), while .com is the top-level domain (the category). Add something like “support.spotify.com” and you’ve got a subdomain that branches off from the main one.