Connecting a domain with hosting involves a few simple steps:
- Purchase a domain name: You can purchase a domain name from a domain registrar such as GoDaddy, Namecheap, PitGet Digital Agency, or Network Solutions.
- Purchase a hosting plan: You can purchase a hosting plan from a hosting provider such as Bluehost, PitGet Digital Agency, HostGator, or DreamHost.
- Connect your domain to your hosting account: You will need to connect your domain name to your hosting account. This is typically done by changing the name servers of your domain name to the ones provided by your hosting provider.
- Configure DNS settings: Once your domain name is connected to your hosting account, you will need to configure your DNS settings. This typically involves creating a new “A” record that points to the IP address of your hosting account.
- Update your domain’s DNS settings: You will need to update your domain’s DNS settings to point to your hosting account’s name servers. This is typically done by logging into your domain registrar’s account and updating the name server settings for your domain name.
- Wait for propagation: After updating your domain’s DNS settings, it can take up to 24-48 hours for the changes to propagate across the internet.
- Test the connection: Once your domain is connected to your hosting account, you can test the connection by visiting your domain name in a web browser. The website should be served from your hosting account.
It is important to note that different hosting providers have different instructions on how to connect the domain, the instructions above are a general idea, you may want to check your hosting provider’s documentation for specific instructions.
