Step 1: Choose a Web Hosting Provider
Select a reliable web hosting provider that suits your needs. There are many options available, such as Bluehost, SiteGround, or HostGator. Compare their features, pricing, and customer support before making a decision.
Step 2: Sign Up for a Web Hosting Account
Visit the website of your chosen web hosting provider and sign up for an account. Select an appropriate hosting plan that aligns with your requirements. Complete the registration process and make the necessary payment.
Step 3: Obtain Your Web Hosting Nameservers
Once you have signed up for a web hosting account, you will receive an email containing your account information. Look for the nameservers provided by your hosting provider. Nameservers are typically in the format of “ns1.example.com” and “ns2.example.com.” Make a note of these nameservers as you will need them in the next step.
Step 4: Access Your Domain Registrar Account
Log in to the account where you registered your domain. This is usually the website where you purchased your domain, such as GoDaddy, Namecheap, or Google Domains.
Step 5: Locate DNS Management or Name Servers
In your domain registrar account, locate the DNS management or name server settings for your domain. The exact location of these settings depends on the registrar’s interface, but they are typically found under the domain management section.
Step 6: Update DNS Settings
In the DNS management or name server settings, replace the existing nameservers with the ones provided by your web hosting provider. Usually, you can add multiple nameserver entries. Enter the nameservers in the designated fields and save the changes. It may take some time for the changes to propagate across the internet.
Step 7: Verify DNS Propagation
After updating the nameservers, you need to wait for DNS propagation to occur. This process can take anywhere from a few minutes to several hours. You can check the status of DNS propagation by using online tools like “WhatsMyDNS” or “DNS Checker.” Once the propagation is complete, your domain will be connected to your web hosting account.
Step 8: Set Up Your Website
Once the domain and hosting are connected, you can start setting up your website. This may involve installing a content management system (CMS) like WordPress, creating email accounts, or uploading your website files via FTP.