Buying a domain and hosting is only the first step in launching your website. To make your site go live, you must connect your domain to your hosting account. Many beginners think this process is complicated, but it’s actually very simple once you understand the steps.

In this guide, you’ll learn exactly how to point your domain to your hosting—clearly, simply, and step-by-step.

 Step 1: Log in to Your Domain Registrar Account

First, sign in to the website where you bought your domain name.
This could be:

• Namecheap
• GoDaddy
• Google Domains
• Or any other registrar

Once logged in, find your Domain Management or DNS Settings page.

 Step 2: Locate the DNS or Nameserver Settings

Every domain has DNS settings that tell it where to send visitors.
Look for:

• “DNS Management”
• “Nameservers”
• “Advanced DNS”

This is where you will update the information to connect your hosting.

 Step 3: Get Your Hosting Provider’s Nameservers

Your hosting provider gives you two or more nameservers.

They usually look like this:

ns1.yourhost.com 

ns2.yourhost.com

If you are using Hostmane, you can find your nameservers inside your Hostmane dashboard or welcome email.

To learn more or access your hosting details, visit hostmane.net

 Step 4: Replace the Default Nameservers

Inside your domain settings:

1. Delete the old/default nameservers
2. Paste the new nameservers from your hosting provider
3. Save the changes

Your domain now knows where your website is hosted.

 Step 5: Wait for DNS Propagation

This is the part many beginners don’t know.
After updating nameservers, it can take a few minutes to 24 hours for changes to take effect globally.

During this time:

• Your site may load intermittently
• Some locations may see the old page
• Others may see the new hosting

This is completely normal.

 Step 6: Upload or Build Your Website on the Hosting

Once your domain is connected, you can:

• Install WordPress
• Upload your website files
• Set up email accounts
• Build your site using your hosting control panel

After this, your website will load when people visit your domain.

Final Thoughts

Connecting your domain to your hosting account is easy once you understand nameservers and DNS management. These simple steps allow your domain to point to your hosting, enabling your website to go live.

If you need fast hosting, secure servers, and affordable domain management, check out hostmane.net—a reliable platform for beginners and business owners.