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Digital Parenting: Why should you reserve a domain name for your new baby
We live in a world where your name online is almost as important as the name on your birth certificate. And while it may sound like only the Silicon Valley variety does, buying a domain name and booking a social media handle for a newborn is not a massive tech trend. It's a wise and positive move for parents who are interested in protecting their children's future. It's not typical advice you get from a financial expert.
Think about it in the future, just like you're using a university fund.
If you already clean up your money for your child's education, teach them the value of hard work, and raise them with good value, why not secure their digital future?
For $10-20 a year, you can purchase domains such as johnsmith.com and emilyjones.com. Think about how difficult it can be to reserve a 3-, 4-, or 5-character domain name. This is a digital version where you buy land before a new highway enters your neighborhood.
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I did this for all the kids. I didn't do that to make them a star of Tiktok. I did that. Because as a financial expert and parent, I know the power to be prepared. Whether you want to start a business one day, use it on your resume, or simply create a clean, professional online profile, we already have a blank canvas.
Don't let big tech or strangers own your child's name
The truth most people don't think about is: If you don't reserve a digital name for your child, someone else will. Does anyone remember the Brooklyn Nets and Nets.com stories? When it comes to domain names, you could be a stranger, a spammer, or a squatter of a foreign domain. And if it comes, get it back.
We have already handed over much of our personal data to Big Tech. This is your chance to regain some control. By locking down your child's domain and social media handles early, you're not just making a wise move. You are protecting your family.
This is not about oversharing
Let me be clear: I'm not suggesting you create a baby influencer account and post all your milestones online. You can use it less. It's exactly the opposite. There is no need to publish or publish a single photo.
Just reserve a space. Keep it private. Hold it until your child is old enough to decide for himself what he wants to do it. It is called responsible parenting.
Protect their privacy and ensure the future
Critics will say, “Let's make a child a child.” But protecting them doesn't stop at locking your doors or seeing who they talk to at school. It also extends to the digital world.
Booking an online name is a way to give children more freedom and flexibility later on. You're not forcing them anything – you're giving them choice. Just like teaching them to drive safely and manage their budgets, you are teaching them to be smarter about their online presence.
How to do it correctly
If you are ready to take action, here's what I recommend:
Buy Domains – Use trusted sites such as GoDaddy and Google Domains. Try getting the .com version of your child's name. Reseling the Handle – Lock your social media username on platforms like Instagram, X (Twitter), LinkedIn, and more. This is not about current exposure, but about future opportunities. Don't forget to update. Mark your calendars and buy domains for several years to ensure they don't expire.
Final thoughts
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As a father and someone who helped thousands of wealthy families with financial problems, it's common sense to think about it in the long run. This is not hype, it's about preparing.
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In today's world, securing a digital name for your child is just as wise as setting up a college savings account or teaching you how to build a great credit. For a few dollars a year, you can give your child something of real value: ownership of their own name, online and off.
That's what I call good parenting.
