296 - From The Vault: Should I Host My Membership on a Separate Domain Name?

Choosing where to house your new membership site is a major decision. And you are not alone in feeling confused and uncertain about the options. In this episode of the Membership Guys Podcast, we will provide some clarity around this topic and hopefully, you will get the facts you need to choose what works best for you. In case you were wondering, we are not talking about which web hosting company to use, or whether you should use shared hosting or a dedicated server. We are talking about whether you should: a) have your membership site hosted as part of your main website, b) have the site live on its own with a separate, dedicated domain, or c) have the site live on a subdomain. We will discuss these three options and the pros and cons of each. Essential Learning Points: * The three key implications that could impact your decision * Why a single site is more appealing to the tech-averse folks * How branding can factor into your decision * What your long-term plan is for your membership site and why that’s important