How to Map a GoDaddy Domain to BigRock Hosting

Mapping a domain purchased from GoDaddy to your hosting account on BigRock involves several steps that ensure your domain points to the correct web server. This guide will walk you through the process in detail.

Step 1: Obtain BigRock Nameservers

To set up your domain properly, you first need to identify your BigRock nameservers. These nameservers are essential for pointing your domain to the BigRock hosting environment. Here’s how to find them:

Log in to your BigRock account. Locate the nameservers for your hosting package. They are typically available in the welcome email from BigRock or within the hosting section of your account dashboard.

For example, your nameservers might look like these:

These are the nameservers you will enter in the next step.

Step 2: Update Nameservers in GoDaddy

Updating the nameservers in your GoDaddy account is the next step to ensure your domain points to BigRock. Here’s the process:

Log in to your GoDaddy account. Navigate to the Domain Management section. Select the domain you want to point to BigRock. Find the Nameservers option and click on Change. Select the option to enter custom nameservers. Enter the nameservers you obtained from BigRock. Click on Save to apply the changes.

Step 3: Configure Your Website on BigRock

After updating the nameservers, configure your website to ensure it is properly set up on BigRock:

Log in to your BigRock account. Navigate to the Hosting Management section. Ensure your domain is added to your hosting account. You may need to add it as an addon domain or set it as the primary domain if it is not already done.

Step 4: Wait for DNS Propagation

The changes may take up to 48 hours to propagate globally. During this period, your domain may not be immediately accessible. Here’s what you can do:

The domain may not be immediately available as expected. Use tools like WhatsMyDNS to check if the nameserver changes have propagated correctly.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues during the mapping process, ensure the following:

Double-check that the nameservers entered in GoDaddy are correct. Ensure your website files have been properly uploaded to your BigRock hosting account.

Both GoDaddy and BigRock provide customer support for further assistance. If these steps do not resolve your issue, reach out to their respective support teams for help.

Conclusion

By following these detailed steps, you should be able to successfully map your GoDaddy domain to BigRock hosting. If you need further guidance, the provided resources and support teams are there to help.