After successfully registering a new domain name, the first question you often face is whether to immediately begin website DNS resolution or complete the filing process first. This seemingly simple choice directly impacts whether your website can launch smoothly and its subsequent operational compliance.

Understanding the fundamental difference between filing and DNS resolution is the foundation for making the right decision. Domain name filing is a unique management system in mainland China, referring to submitting the website owner's and domain name's information to the relevant authorities for registration. Only after obtaining a filing number can the website legally operate. Domain name resolution, on the other hand, is a technical operation that uses a DNS server to point the domain name to the IP address of the server hosting the website, allowing users to access the website through the domain name. The two are completely different in nature, but closely related in practice.

For websites hosted on servers in mainland China, the correct order must be filing first, then DNS resolution. This is determined by the country's internet management policies. Violating this order by resolving the domain name to a domestic server before obtaining a filing number usually results in two situations: most cloud service providers will automatically detect and block ports 80 and 443, making the website inaccessible; in more serious cases, the service provider may directly suspend the server until you complete the filing process. This mechanism ensures that all websites hosted on domestic servers undergo compliance review. The website registration process itself takes time, typically 10 to 20 business days. This time is ideal for finishing up website development, refining content preparation, or planning subsequent operational strategies. Once the registration number is finally issued, you can immediately enter the resolution phase and quickly launch your website. This pace ensures compliance without delaying the overall progress.

Several key points need attention when preparing registration materials. Individual registration requires scanned copies of both sides of your ID card and a photo of a dedicated website background backdrop; these materials have specific specification requirements. Business registration requires more documents, including a copy of the business license, the legal representative's ID card, and sometimes the website manager's ID card. All materials must be authentic and valid; any inconsistencies may lead to review failure.

While the website cannot be officially launched during the registration review period, you can still perform technical preparations. You can test and debug the website in your local environment to ensure all functions are working properly. Simultaneously, plan your content update schedule after the website launch so that you can immediately enter normal operation once registration is approved.

If your website server is located outside mainland China, such as in Hong Kong, the United States, or Japan, the situation is completely different. At this stage, no registration is required, and you can directly proceed to the DNS resolution phase. After purchasing the domain name, you can add DNS records in the DNS management interface, which typically takes effect globally within minutes to hours. This flexibility is one of the main advantages of choosing an overseas server, making it particularly suitable for projects requiring rapid deployment.

For operators who want to comply with regulations but don't want to delay website testing, there's a compromise: during the registration period, you can temporarily resolve the domain name to an overseas server, allowing for limited website access and testing. However, it's important to note that this temporary access usually cannot involve commercial content, and the DNS must be switched back to a domestic server immediately after registration is approved.

Regardless of the chosen option, ensure the integrity of subsequent operations. After registration is approved, you need to place the registration number at the bottom of the website homepage and link it to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology's website as required. Simultaneously, ensure that the website content matches the registration information, and update the registration information promptly for any significant changes.

Choosing the correct order not only avoids unnecessary operational risks but also lays the foundation for the long-term stable development of the website. In today's increasingly standardized internet management environment, understanding and adhering to these basic rules is a mandatory course for every website operator.