Are you looking to connect your Namecheap domain with your Netlify website but feeling a bit overwhelmed by the process? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered! In this step-by-step guide, I’ll walk you through the easy process of connecting your Namecheap domain with your Netlify site. By the end of this article, you’ll be all set up and ready to go.
Before we dive into the process, let’s first understand why you might want to connect your Namecheap domain with Netlify. Netlify is a popular platform for hosting static websites, offering features like continuous deployment, serverless functions, and more. By connecting your Namecheap domain with Netlify, you can take advantage of Netlify’s powerful hosting capabilities while keeping your domain registered with Namecheap.
Now, let’s get started with the process of connecting Namecheap and Netlify:
Step 1: Set up your website on Netlify
Before you can connect your Namecheap domain with Netlify, you’ll need to have a website set up on Netlify. If you haven’t already done so, sign up for a Netlify account and follow the steps to deploy your website on the platform. Once your website is up and running on Netlify, you’re ready to move on to the next step.
Step 2: Obtain your Netlify DNS records
To connect your Namecheap domain with Netlify, you’ll need to update your DNS records on Namecheap to point to Netlify’s servers. To do this, log in to your Netlify account, select the site you want to connect, and navigate to the “Domain settings” section. Here, you’ll find the DNS records that you need to add to your Namecheap account.
Step 3: Update your DNS records on Namecheap
Next, log in to your Namecheap account and navigate to the dashboard. Find the domain you want to connect with Netlify and go to the “Advanced DNS” settings. Here, you’ll need to add the DNS records provided by Netlify. This typically includes adding a CNAME record for your domain and any other records required for features like SSL.
Step 4: Verify the connection
Once you’ve updated your DNS records on Namecheap, it may take some time for the changes to propagate. You can use online tools like DNS Checker to verify that the DNS records have been updated correctly. Once the changes have propagated, your Namecheap domain should be successfully connected to your Netlify website
