Are you looking to point your GoDaddy domain name to your Bluehost hosting but feeling a bit overwhelmed by the technical jargon? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! In this updated tutorial, we’ll walk you through the process step by step in a way that’s easy to understand, so you can get your website up and running smoothly in no time.
Before we dive into the nitty-gritty details, let’s first understand why you might want to point your GoDaddy domain to Bluehost hosting. GoDaddy is a popular domain registrar known for its domain registration services, while Bluehost is a leading web hosting provider. By pointing your domain to Bluehost, you can take advantage of Bluehost’s hosting services to build and manage your website effectively.
Now, let’s get started with the step-by-step guide on how to point your GoDaddy domain name to Bluehost hosting:
Step 1: Log in to Your GoDaddy Account
The first step is to log in to your GoDaddy account. Once you’re logged in, navigate to the “My Products” section where you’ll find a list of your domains.
Step 2: Select the Domain You Want to Point to Bluehost
Next, select the domain that you want to point to your Bluehost hosting. Click on the domain name to access its settings.
Step 3: Update Nameservers
In the domain settings, look for the “Nameservers” section. By default, your domain will be using GoDaddy’s nameservers. You’ll need to update the nameservers to point to Bluehost. Bluehost’s nameservers are typically something like “ns1.bluehost.com” and “ns2.bluehost.com.”
Step 4: Copy Bluehost Nameservers
To find the specific nameservers provided by Bluehost for your hosting account, log in to your Bluehost cPanel. Navigate to the “Domains” section and click on “Name Servers.” Copy the nameserver information provided.
Step 5: Update Nameservers in GoDaddy
Go back to your GoDaddy account and paste the Bluehost nameservers in the appropriate fields in the “Nameservers” section. Save your changes.
Step 6: Wait for Propagation
It may take some time for the changes to propagate across the internet. This process, known as DNS propagation, can take up to 48 hours, although it usually happens much faster. During this time, your website
