Attaching your domain name to your hosting account is an essential step to make your website accessible. Here’s how to do it using cPanel:
Step 1: Log in to Your cPanel
Use your cPanel login credentials provided by your hosting provider to access the cPanel dashboard.
Step 2: Update Your Domain Name Servers (DNS)
1.Confirm the Nameservers you should use for your server:
In cPanel, check for the DNS details, found in your welcome email from Asporea Hosting.
They often look like:
- adns11.asporeahosting.com
- adns12.asporeahosting.com
2.Log in to Your Domain Registrar:
Visit the registrar where you purchased the domain (e.g., GoDaddy, Namecheap).
3.Change the Nameservers:
Locate the option to manage your domain’s DNS settings.
Replace the current nameservers with those provided by your hosting provider.
Save the changes.
4.Wait for DNS Propagation:
It can take up to 24–48 hours for the changes to fully propagate worldwide.
Step 3: Add the Domain in cPanel
1.Access the Domain Section:
In the cPanel dashboard, navigate to “Domains” or “Addon Domains” under the Domains section.
2.Add the Domain Name:
Click on “Create a New Domain” or “Add Domain” depending on the option available.
Enter your domain name in the provided field (e.g., example.com).
Ensure the document root directory is correctly set (typically /public_html/example.com for addon domains).
Click “Add Domain” or “Save Changes”.
3.Verify the Domain:
Once added, test by typing your domain name in a browser to check if it’s pointing to your hosting account. You may see a placeholder page or an error until your website is set up.
Step 4: Set Up a Website or Redirect
If the domain is new, install a website using tools like Softaculous (e.g., WordPress).
For parked domains or redirects, configure the settings in the Domains section of cPanel.
