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How to Link Your Website to Hostinger

Written by Santhosh K S

Linking your website to the Hostinger platform involves a few key steps, including domain registration (if you haven’t already), setting up hosting, and configuring your domain settings. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

Step 1: Sign Up for Hostinger

  1. Visit Hostinger’s Website: Go to Hostinger.
  2. Choose a Hosting Plan: Select a plan that suits your needs (e.g., Shared Hosting, WordPress Hosting, VPS).
  3. Create an Account: Fill in your email and create a password to register.
  4. Payment: Enter your payment details to complete the purchase.

Step 2: Register or Transfer Your Domain

  1. Domain Registration:
    • If you don’t have a domain, you can register one through Hostinger during the signup process.
    • Search for your desired domain name and follow the prompts to register it.
  2. Domain Transfer:
    • If you already have a domain registered with another provider, you’ll need to transfer it to Hostinger or point it to Hostinger’s servers.
    • To transfer, unlock your domain at your current registrar and obtain the authorization code. Then, initiate the transfer in your Hostinger account.

Step 3: Access Your Hostinger Control Panel

  1. Log In: Go to Hostinger and log into your account.
  2. Navigate to the hPanel: You’ll be taken to the Hostinger control panel (hPanel) where you can manage your hosting and domains.

Step 4: Add Your Domain to Hostinger

  1. Find the “Domains” Section: In the hPanel, look for the “Domains” or “Manage Domains” section.
  2. Add Your Domain: Click on “Add Website” and enter your domain name. Follow any additional prompts to connect your domain to your hosting account.

Step 5: Configure DNS Settings

  1. Access DNS Settings: In the hPanel, find the DNS Zone Editor or DNS Settings section.
  2. Set Up A Records:
    • If your domain is registered elsewhere, update your domain’s A records to point to Hostinger’s IP address. You can find this IP address in the hPanel under your hosting details.
    • If your domain is registered with Hostinger, this should already be set up.
  3. Update Nameservers (if applicable):
    • If you registered your domain elsewhere, change the nameservers to Hostinger’s. Typically, they look like:
      • ns1.dns-parking.com
      • ns2.dns-parking.com
    • This information is available in the hPanel.

Step 6: Upload Your Website Files

  1. Access File Manager: In the hPanel, locate the “File Manager” section.
  2. Upload Files: If you have existing website files, upload them to the public_html directory. If you’re using a CMS like WordPress, you can install it through the hPanel.

Step 7: Test Your Website

  1. Check Your Website: Once everything is set up, open a web browser and enter your domain name.
  2. Wait for DNS Propagation: If your website doesn’t appear immediately, wait up to 24-48 hours for DNS changes to propagate.
  1. Enable SSL: In the hPanel, find the “SSL” option and enable it for your domain. This will secure your website with HTTPS.
  2. Follow Prompts: Hostinger typically provides free SSL certificates, so follow the prompts to set this up.