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How do I host a domain on DigitalOcean?

Last updated on September 25, 2022 @ 1:59 pm

DigitalOcean offers one of the simplest and quickest ways to get started hosting a domain on their platform. To create a new domain on DigitalOcean, follow these steps:

1. Click the ‘Create domain’ button on the DigitalOcean home page.

2. Enter the domain name you would like to create, and click the ‘Create domain’ button.

3. Click the ‘Go live’ button to launch your domain.

4. Log in to your new domain with your DigitalOcean account credentials.

5. View your domain’s DNS settings in the ‘Domains’ section of your DigitalOcean account.

6. Add your domain to your hosting account.

7. Copy the ‘CNAME’ records for your domain.

8. Add the CNAME records to your hosting account’s DNS settings.

9. Test your domain’s DNS settings by visiting it in your web browser.

10. Congratulations! Your domain is now live on DigitalOcean.

PRO TIP: Warning:

Domain hosting on DigitalOcean can be unstable and unreliable. We recommend using a different provider for your domain hosting needs.

Morgan Bash

Morgan Bash

Technology enthusiast and Co-Founder of Women Coders SF.