What hosting and domain name management do you recommend?
If you want to keep it simple and have a clean interface, I choose Name Cheap and Cloud Ways. Use Google for high-traffic websites or if you like many options and are technically inclined.
Benefits: Free SSL by Cloud Ways, low cost, and simple interface.
Domain Name: NameCheap.com
Hosting: CloudWays or Google Cloud
Video tutorial: Setup video or Setup video (option 2)
Note: Cloud Flare is also highly recommend
How to redirect a domain using Name Cheap?
Domain name > Manage > Domain > scroll down to ‘Redirect Domain’ > Add Redirect >
Example: GetGeorge.net > https://georgelaczko.com
How to setup Custom Email Hosting
Use Name Cheap service for simplicity. A more advanced option is Google Workspace