If you've recently registered a domain name and you haven't started building a website yet, welcome! Your dashboard is the home base for everything to do with your domain, your future website, and the team that's here to help along the way.
This guide walks you through each part of the dashboard so you know what's where, and what your next step might be.
In this guide:
- Your domain names
- Launch your dream site
- Professional email
- Get it designed for you
- Support is just a click away
- The sidebar at a glance
- Where to next?
- Related guides
What you'll see when you log in
When you log in, you'll land on your dashboard. The left-hand sidebar holds the main navigation, and the panel in the middle is where you'll find your domains, options for getting a website up and running, and links to support.
Let's go through each section.
Your domain names
At the top of the dashboard, you'll see "Your domain names". This is a quick view of the domain (or domains) you've registered with us, along with the renewal date so you can see at a glance when it's coming up.
If you'd like to manage your domain in more detail, click the Manage domains button on the right. From there you can update your DNS records, transfer a domain in from another provider, or register a new one. The same area is also available any time from the Domain Names item in the sidebar.
Launch your dream site
You can start a free 30-day website trial whenever you're ready, with no credit card needed to get going. Click Start building for free and you'll be on your way. There's no tech wizardry involved. Pick a template you love, drop in your content, and see how it feels. If you decide it's not for you, no harm done.
If you've been sitting on your domain, wondering what to do with it, this is your sign to give it a go.
Professional email
A branded email address (like hello@yourbusiness.com) makes a lovely first impression. Customers tend to trust an email that matches your domain, and it just looks more polished than a personal Gmail address.
Rocketspark is a Google Workspace reseller, so you get all the familiar Gmail tools along with Calendar, Drive, and the rest. Click Set-up email when you're ready, and we'll walk you through the steps.
Get it designed for you
Not everyone wants to build their own website, and that's completely okay.
If you'd rather have someone else handle the design and build for you, click Get matched with a designer. This connects you with one of our talented design partners who can take care of the whole thing, from picking the right look to writing the words to setting it all up.
What's a Rocketspark design partner?
Our design partners are independent designers, marketers, and small studios who specialise in building Rocketspark websites for their clients. They know the platform inside and out, and many have years of experience creating beautiful, effective websites for small businesses.
When you get matched with a designer, here's what usually happens:
- You tell us a bit about your business, your style, and what you'd like your website to do.
- We connect you with a designer (or a couple) whose style fits what you're after.
- You and the designer chat directly to figure out the project, timeline, and pricing.
- They build your website while you get to focus on running your business.
Pricing varies designer by designer, so you're free to compare and pick someone that suits your budget. Once your site is live, you can keep working with your designer for ongoing changes, or take the reins yourself in the easy-to-use Rocketspark editor.
If you've been putting off your website because the idea of building it feels overwhelming, this is genuinely the easiest way to get started.
Support is just a click away
We're a friendly team based in New Zealand, and we're here whenever you need a hand. From the dashboard, you can:
- Phone support: call 0800 762 538, 9am to 4pm, Monday to Friday (NZ time)
- Email support: email support@rocketspark.com, 8am to 7pm, Monday to Friday
- Help centre: search our written guides any time, day or night
- Webinars: watch tutorials and learn from our experts
There's no question too small. If something isn't making sense, please ask.
The sidebar at a glance
The left-hand sidebar is your menu for everything else.
- Dashboard brings you back to this overview at any time.
- Domain Names is where you manage your domains, DNS settings, and registration details.
- Google Workspace is where you set up and manage your professional email accounts.
- Team lets you invite team members or designers to help you manage your account.
- My Account is for updating your contact details and account settings.
- Billing is where you'll find invoices, payment methods, and your subscriptions.
Where to next?
If you're ready to take the plunge and build your website, hit Start building for free and start exploring. If you'd rather hand it over to an expert, Get matched with a designer is your shortcut.
Either way, we've got your back. If you'd like to talk through your options first, give us a call or drop us an email. We love hearing from people figuring out their next step.