How do I connect my domain name to my website?

To connect your domain name to your website, you need to configure your domain's DNS (Domain Name System) settings. This process involves pointing your domain to the server where your website is hosted. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you connect your domain name to your website:

  1. Obtain the nameservers or IP address: First, you need the nameservers or the IP address of your web hosting server. You can find this information in your web hosting control panel, or it may have been sent to you via email when you signed up for the hosting service. If you're unsure, you can always contact your hosting provider's customer support for assistance.
  2. Log in to your domain registrar account: Sign in to the account where your domain name is registered. If you don't remember which registrar you used, you can perform a WHOIS search on your domain to find the registrar's name.
  3. Locate the DNS settings: Navigate to the section where you can manage your domain's DNS settings. This section may be called "DNS Management," "Domain Manager," "DNS Settings," or something similar, depending on the domain registrar.
  4. Update the nameservers or A record:
    1. If you have nameservers: Replace the existing nameservers with the ones provided by your web hosting company. This usually involves adding two or more nameservers (e.g., ns1.example.com and ns2.example.com).
    2. If you have an IP address: Look for the A record (Address record) in your domain's DNS settings. Edit the existing A record or create a new one by entering the "@" symbol or your domain name in the hostname field, and enter the IP address provided by your hosting company in the address field.
  5. Save your changes: Make sure you save the changes to your domain's DNS settings. It may take anywhere from a few minutes to 48 hours for the DNS changes to propagate globally. This is known as DNS propagation time.
  6. Verify the connection: Once the DNS changes have propagated, you can check whether your domain name is correctly connected to your website by typing your domain name into a web browser. If the DNS settings have been configured correctly, your website should load.

Please note that the specific steps may vary slightly between different domain registrars and hosting providers. Always refer to the support documentation or contact customer support if you need assistance or encounter any difficulties in connecting your domain name to your website.