Are you looking to connect your domain from GoDaddy to Inmotion Hosting? If yes, you’re in the right place! This step-by-step guide will walk you through the entire process, making it simple and easy to follow. Whether you’re new to website management or just need a refresher, this guide will help you connect your domain from GoDaddy to Inmotion Hosting seamlessly.

Introduction

When you purchase a domain from GoDaddy and want to use it with Inmotion Hosting, it might seem a bit complicated at first. But don’t worry! Connecting your domain from GoDaddy to Inmotion Hosting is straightforward. By the end of this guide, you’ll have your domain and hosting working together perfectly. Let’s dive in!

Understanding Domain and Hosting

Before we start with the steps, it’s important to understand what a domain and hosting are. A domain is your website’s address on the internet (like www.yourwebsite.com). Hosting is where your website’s files and data are stored. When someone types your domain name into their browser, it directs them to the hosting server where your website is stored.

GoDaddy is a popular service where you can purchase domain names, and Inmotion Hosting is a reliable hosting provider where you can host your website’s files. Connecting these two ensures that when people type your domain name, they’ll be directed to your website hosted on Inmotion.

Steps to Connect Your Domain from GoDaddy to Inmotion Hosting

Here are the steps to connect your domain from GoDaddy to Inmotion Hosting. Follow these instructions carefully to ensure a smooth connection.

1. Login to Your GoDaddy Account

First, you need to log in to your GoDaddy account.

• Go to the GoDaddy website.
• Click on the “Sign In” button at the top right corner.
• Enter your username and password.
• Click “Sign In.”

2. Access Your Domain Settings

Once you’re logged in, you need to access the settings of the domain you want to connect to Inmotion Hosting.

• On the GoDaddy homepage, click on your username to open the dropdown menu.
• Select “My Products.”
• Under the “Domains” section, find the domain you want to connect.
• Click on the “DNS” button next to your domain name. This will take you to the DNS Management page.

3. Update Nameservers

To connect your domain to Inmotion Hosting, you need to change the nameservers.

• On the DNS Management page, find the “Nameservers” section.
• Click on the “Change” button next to the nameservers.
• Select “Custom” from the options.
• Enter the nameservers provided by Inmotion Hosting. They usually look something like:
  • ns1.inmotionhosting.com
  • ns2.inmotionhosting.com
• Click “Save” or “OK” to update the nameservers.

4. Confirm Nameserver Update

After updating the nameservers, it might take some time for the changes to take effect. This process is called propagation, and it can take anywhere from a few minutes to 48 hours. During this time, your domain might not be accessible.

5. Login to Your Inmotion Hosting Account

While waiting for the nameservers to update, log in to your Inmotion Hosting account.

• Go to the Inmotion Hosting website.
• Click on the “Login” button at the top right corner.
• Enter your login details and click “Sign In.”

6. Add Your Domain to Inmotion Hosting

Next, you need to add your domain to your Inmotion Hosting account.

• In your Inmotion Hosting dashboard, find and click on the “cPanel” link. This will take you to the cPanel interface, where you can manage your hosting settings.
• In the cPanel, look for the “Domains” section.
• Click on “Addon Domains.”
• In the “New Domain Name” field, enter your domain name (without www).
• Fill in the other required details, such as “Subdomain” and “Document Root.” These will usually fill in automatically.
• Click “Add Domain.”

7. Verify Domain Connection

Once you’ve added your domain to Inmotion Hosting, you need to verify that the connection is successful.

• Open your web browser and type your domain name.
• If the setup is complete, you should see a default Inmotion Hosting page or your website if you’ve already uploaded your files.

8. Upload Your Website Files

If you haven’t uploaded your website files yet, now is the time to do so.

• In the cPanel, find the “Files” section.
• Click on “File Manager.”
• Navigate to the folder where your domain is located (usually under public_html).
• Upload your website files to this directory.

9. Set Up Email (Optional)

If you want to set up email addresses using your domain, you can do so in cPanel.

• In the cPanel, find the “Email” section.
• Click on “Email Accounts.”
• Enter the email address you want to create, like info@yourdomain.com.
• Set a password and click “Create Account.”

10. Check Email Settings

After creating your email address, make sure to check the email settings in cPanel to configure it properly.

• Click on “Connect Devices” next to the email account you created.
• Follow the instructions to set up your email on your preferred device or email client.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Sometimes, things might not go as smoothly as expected. Here are some common issues and how to resolve them.

Domain Not Resolving

If your domain is not pointing to Inmotion Hosting, it might be due to DNS propagation delay. Wait for up to 48 hours and check again. If the issue persists, double-check the nameservers you entered in GoDaddy.

Incorrect Nameserver Settings

Ensure that you entered the correct nameservers provided by Inmotion Hosting. A typo can prevent the domain from connecting properly.

Website Not Displaying Correctly

If your website is not displaying correctly after uploading files, check the file paths and ensure all necessary files are in the correct directory.

Connecting your domain from GoDaddy to Inmotion Hosting is a straightforward process if you follow the steps outlined in this guide. Remember, the key steps are updating the nameservers in GoDaddy and adding the domain to Inmotion Hosting. With a bit of patience during the DNS propagation period, your website will be up and running in no time.

We hope this guide has been helpful! If you encounter any issues or have questions, both GoDaddy and Inmotion Hosting have excellent customer support to assist you.