How do i point my domain to godaddy hosting

If you have recently purchased a domain name and want to host your website on GoDaddy’s servers, you’ll need to know how to point your domain to GoDaddy hosting. In this article, we will take you step by step through the process of doing so.

Step 1: Log in to GoDaddy

First, log into your GoDaddy account. Once logged in, navigate to the "Hosting" section of your account and select "My Products." From there, click on the domain you want to point to GoDaddy hosting.

Step 2: Choose a Hosting Plan

Next, choose a hosting plan that best suits your needs. GoDaddy offers a variety of hosting plans with different features and pricing options. Be sure to select the plan that provides the resources your website requires.

Step 3: Edit DNS Records

Once you have chosen your hosting plan, it’s time to edit your DNS records. DNS records are used to map your domain name to an IP address. In order to point your domain to GoDaddy hosting, you’ll need to update your DNS records to point to GoDaddy’s servers.
To do this, log into your GoDaddy account and navigate to the "My Products" section. Select the domain you want to edit and click on the "DNS" tab. From there, select the "Change" button next to the A record that is currently pointing to your old hosting provider.
Enter the IP address of your GoDaddy server in the field provided. This can be found in the "Hosting" section of your account under the "Server Information" tab. Once you have entered the IP address, click on the "Save Changes" button.

Step 4: Wait for DNS Propagation

After updating your DNS records, it’s important to wait for DNS propagation. This process can take anywhere from a few minutes to several hours, depending on the DNS provider and the TTL (time to live) value of your DNS records. During this time, your website will be unavailable as visitors will not be able to connect to GoDaddy’s servers.

Step 5: Upload Your Website

Once DNS propagation is complete, it’s time to upload your website to GoDaddy’s servers. Log into your GoDaddy account and navigate to the "Hosting" section. Select the hosting plan you want to use and click on the "File Manager" button. From there, create a new folder for your website and upload your files to the server.

Step 6: Configure Your Website

After uploading your website files, it’s important to configure your website to work properly on GoDaddy’s servers. This includes setting up permissions, configuring URL rewrites, and adjusting other settings as needed.
To do this, log into your GoDaddy account and navigate to the "Hosting" section. Select the hosting plan you want to use and click on the "Settings" tab. From there, make any necessary changes to your website’s configuration.

Step 7: Test Your Website

Once you have completed the above steps, it’s important to test your website to ensure that everything is working properly. Log in to your website and navigate to different pages to check for broken links, images, and other issues. If everything looks good, congratulations – your website is now hosted on GoDaddy’s servers!

FAQs

Q: How long does it take for DNS propagation to complete?

A: DNS propagation can take anywhere from a few minutes to several hours, depending on the DNS provider and the TTL (time to live) value of your DNS records.