The domain name is first registered and then the web site is hosted. Hosting means that space and services on an Internet computer are rented. Hosting services usually include a limited set of about fifteen email addresses. These email addresses are very important and should be the conduits for the nonprofit's email communication with the outside world. An exception to this is the use of listserves, which are discussed later.
Privacy is a topic of great importance to many Internet users.
People want to know what information a nonprofit collects about them, what the information is used for, and who has access to that information. Because of these concerns, I recommend that every nonprofit develop a policy in regards to Internet privacy. There are many web sites that are devoted to this topic. Visit those sites for information and ideas. Also, see Appendix A for an example of a nonprofit privacy statement.