06-15-2007, 11:46 PM
[quote author=carlitos link=topic=3775.msg57203#msg57203 date=1181946913]
I'll ask forgive me if off topic
for my own web site i need
1. a domain name( already own that and it's parked)
2. a host such as tulips tools that i see to my left side of screen that is 3.79 a month
3. do i need a ssl certificate or does tt hosting comes with that?
4. is there any way to design a site on TT with no html, or do i need to learn that before even trying to get the hosting?
5. i have a merchant acc on retail that allows me online transactions, so i could just collect the cc info and process it, or use google or paypal pro.
please note that this is more of a learning experience for me, i don't expect huge traffic overnight, so i am willing to go on slow steps.
website would have Christian books, bibles, Cd's and DVDs
all suggestions are welcomeÂ
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Hey Carlito!
You're already on your way! Â
I'll try to answer some of your questions:
1. A parked domain - Great! Â All you'll have to do is change your Nameservers once you get signed up for hosting.
2. Â I highly recommend Tulip Hosting. Â I've worked with several people setting up their websites and I can attest to their fantastic customer service.
3. If you're going to be collecting credit card info, you definitely need a SSL Certificate. Â If you sign up with Tulip Hosting you can get one thru them for a very reasonable price.
4. I would recommend letting Tulip install a Zen Cart for you. Â I love my Zen and it will do anything you need it to do. Â Once it's set up, it's as easy or easier than listing in an eBay store. Â There is a learning curve, but there are plenty of us around here who have one and we can help you.
5. If you already have a merchant account, you're one step ahead in the game. Â The Zen Cart is set up so you can either process cc payments directly thru your merchant account's gateway or it will collect the information for you and you can process it offline.
You have an excellent attitude towards setting up a website. Â It does take a while to build up traffic sometimes, but I know several people here who were making sales on their site within 10 days or less of opening. Â
I hope this info helps and if you have any more questions, just post or drop me a PM! Â One of us will be able to answer them I'm sure. Â
Good Luck!! Â You're on the right track! Â
I'll ask forgive me if off topic
for my own web site i need
1. a domain name( already own that and it's parked)
2. a host such as tulips tools that i see to my left side of screen that is 3.79 a month
3. do i need a ssl certificate or does tt hosting comes with that?
4. is there any way to design a site on TT with no html, or do i need to learn that before even trying to get the hosting?
5. i have a merchant acc on retail that allows me online transactions, so i could just collect the cc info and process it, or use google or paypal pro.
please note that this is more of a learning experience for me, i don't expect huge traffic overnight, so i am willing to go on slow steps.
website would have Christian books, bibles, Cd's and DVDs
all suggestions are welcomeÂ
[/quote]
Hey Carlito!
You're already on your way! Â
I'll try to answer some of your questions:
1. A parked domain - Great! Â All you'll have to do is change your Nameservers once you get signed up for hosting.
2. Â I highly recommend Tulip Hosting. Â I've worked with several people setting up their websites and I can attest to their fantastic customer service.
3. If you're going to be collecting credit card info, you definitely need a SSL Certificate. Â If you sign up with Tulip Hosting you can get one thru them for a very reasonable price.
4. I would recommend letting Tulip install a Zen Cart for you. Â I love my Zen and it will do anything you need it to do. Â Once it's set up, it's as easy or easier than listing in an eBay store. Â There is a learning curve, but there are plenty of us around here who have one and we can help you.
5. If you already have a merchant account, you're one step ahead in the game. Â The Zen Cart is set up so you can either process cc payments directly thru your merchant account's gateway or it will collect the information for you and you can process it offline.
You have an excellent attitude towards setting up a website. Â It does take a while to build up traffic sometimes, but I know several people here who were making sales on their site within 10 days or less of opening. Â
I hope this info helps and if you have any more questions, just post or drop me a PM! Â One of us will be able to answer them I'm sure. Â
Good Luck!! Â You're on the right track! Â