If you’re like most people, you probably use Google for just about everything. So it only makes sense that you would want to use a Google domain for your website as well. After all, it’s one less thing to worry about, right?
Wrong. While you can technically use a Google domain on Wix, it’s not recommended. Here’s why:
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1. Wix is a proprietary platform.
This means that Wix owns the code that powers your website. You don’t have access to it, and neither does anyone else except for the Wix team. This is in contrast to an open source platform like WordPress, where the code is publicly available and anyone can contribute to its development.
2. Wix doesn’t play well with others.
Because Wix is a proprietary platform, it’s not built to work with other tools and services. This includes Google domains.
While you can technically use a Google domain with Wix, it’s not an ideal setup. You may experience issues with DNS settings and email forwarding, and you’ll be limited in what you can do with your domain.
PRO TIP: If you are looking to use a Google Domain for your Wix website, be aware that there are potential risks involved. Google Domains is a relatively new service, and as such, there is not a lot of information available about it yet. Additionally, because Wix is a proprietary platform, there is no guarantee that Google Domains will work seamlessly with it. In short, while you may be able to use a Google Domain for your Wix website, there is no guarantee that it will work perfectly. Proceed at your own risk.
3. You’re locked into Wix.
If you use a Google domain with Wix, you’re effectively locking yourself into the Wix platform. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing if you’re happy with Wix, but it does mean that you won’t be able to easily switch to another platform if you decide you want to in the future.
So should you use a Google domain with Wix?
In short, no.
You’ll be limited in what you can do with your domain, and you may experience issues with DNS settings and email forwarding. If you’re serious about using Wix as your website platform, we recommend using a different domain provider.
8 Related Question Answers Found
If you have a Google domain, you can use it with Wix! You can either transfer your domain to Wix or connect it to your Wix account. If you transfer your domain to Wix, you can manage both your website and domain in one place.
If you have a Google Domain, you can use it with Wix! You can connect your Google Domain to Wix by following these steps:
1. Log in to your Wix account.
If you have your own domain name, you can absolutely use it with Wix! In fact, we recommend it. Using your own domain name makes your website look more professional and credible, and it also gives you more control over your brand identity and online presence.
You can use your own domain name with Wix! You can either connect your domain name to Wix, or you can transfer your domain name to Wix. If you connect your domain name to Wix, you will still need to keep your domain name registered with your current registrar.
You can absolutely connect your Google Domain to Wix! In fact, it’s a pretty simple process. All you need to do is:
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You can buy a domain name on Wix! It’s super easy and fast to do. Just click on the “Get Started” button on the Wix homepage and enter your domain name into the search bar.
You can absolutely transfer your Google Domain to Wix! In fact, it’s a pretty simple process. Here’s how to do it:
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If you’ve already registered a domain name elsewhere, you can use it with your Wix website. You can either connect your domain to Wix or transfer your domain to Wix. Connecting your domain means that it remains registered with your current registrar but points to your Wix site.
