How do i switch the domain name on my current Web hosting provider?

Discussion in 'Web Hosting' started by havmi, Dec 6, 2012.

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    Hi everyone,

    I'm looking to change by domain name for my current hosting plan. Is this possible, if so how do i do it?

    my site is wordpress theme and the domain name and hosting plan are on separate providers.
     
    havmi, Dec 6, 2012 IP
  2. q7m

    q7m Well-Known Member

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    Do you mean to make the domain/url pointing to your new host? Where is the domain registered? You must have an option on your registrar control panel named "edit/update DNS" or something similar. Use it and enter the DNS addresses of your hosting server (you must have them in the email containing your hosting account details).
     
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  3. dumindushalika

    dumindushalika Notable Member

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    This is not a problem. Just point the nameservers correctly.
    You can get the help and instructions from your web hosting provider.
     
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    All you have to do is just update the DNS. I hope you must be having the access to modify the name servers. If you find it difficult get in touch with your hosting provider they shall help you to update the name servers.
     
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    are you referring to change your account domain name?
     
    jeff-ay, Dec 7, 2012 IP