Creating a site with a domain already purchased

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  kellystymiest · Member · May 16, 2020 at 7:36 pm

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  I have already purchased a domain name from a third party and am confused on how to integrate it with starting a new WordPress site. When I say I already have a domain name, it gives me two options – transfer your domain away from your current registrar or map your domain without moving it from your current registrar. What option is best and why? I am just looking to start a website to blog, so ideally looking for a low-cost option.

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  slantedplanet · Member · May 17, 2020 at 10:00 pm

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  Hello!

  Here is a link that has a comparison of the two options:
  https://wordpress.com/support/domain-mapping-vs-domain-transfer/

  Transfer is the lower cost option because you will pay for domain renewal and domain mapping (annually) with mapping vs. paying annually for renewal after a transfer.