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Domain Glossary

Subdomain

A subdomain is a separate section or extension of a main domain that appears before the primary domain name. It is used to organize content, create distinct sections of a website, or host separate experiences while remaining connected to the main domain.

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Examples include

blog.example.com

shop.example.com

support.example.com

Why Subdomains Matter

Organize different sections of a website

Organize different sections of a website

Separate content for different audiences, languages, or regions

Separate content for different audiences, languages, or regions

Allow businesses to manage and scale website content more efficiently

Allow businesses to manage and scale website content more efficiently

Support SEO strategies by structuring content in ways that improve navigation and user experience

Support SEO strategies by structuring content in ways that improve navigation and user experience

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