Are you looking to add a CNAME record on Namecheap but not sure where to start? Don’t worry, you’re in the right place! In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of adding a CNAME record on Namecheap step by step. By the end of this article, you will have a clear understanding of how to add a CNAME record on Namecheap like a pro.
Before we dive into the tutorial, let’s first understand what a CNAME record is and why it is important. CNAME stands for Canonical Name, and it is a type of DNS record that is used to alias one domain name to another. In simpler terms, a CNAME record allows you to point a domain or subdomain to another domain name. This is particularly useful when you want to redirect traffic from one domain to another without changing the URL in the browser.
Now that we have a basic understanding of what a CNAME record is, let’s move on to the tutorial on how to add a CNAME record on Namecheap:
Step 1: Log in to your Namecheap account
The first step is to log in to your Namecheap account. Once you are logged in, you will be taken to your dashboard where you can manage your domains and DNS settings.
Step 2: Select the domain you want to add a CNAME record to
From your dashboard, locate the domain for which you want to add a CNAME record. Click on the ‘Manage’ button next to the domain to access the domain management page.
Step 3: Access the Advanced DNS settings
On the domain management page, look for the ‘Advanced DNS’ tab or a similar option that allows you to access the DNS settings for your domain. Click on this tab to proceed to the DNS management page.
Step 4: Add a new CNAME record
Once you are in the DNS management page, look for the option to add a new record. Select ‘CNAME Record’ from the dropdown menu of record types. You will then need to enter the details for the CNAME record:
– Host: This is the subdomain or hostname that you want to point to another domain. For example, if you want to point ‘blog.yourdomain.com’ to ‘anotherdomain.com’, you would enter ‘blog’ in the host field.
– Value: This is the domain that you want the host to point to. Enter the domain name that you want to alias to in this
