Overview
This guide is intended for HSJ Host users who wish to set up custom nameservers for their domains. Custom nameservers can be essential for branding purposes, for managing a large number of domains, or when you need to have full control over your DNS settings. By configuring custom nameservers, you can replace the default nameservers provided by HSJ Host with ones that align with your domain name, enhancing your brand's professional appearance and DNS management flexibility.
Prerequisites
Before setting up custom nameservers, ensure you have:
- An active domain registered with HSJ Host.
- The ability to create or modify nameservers at the domain registrar where your domain is registered if it's not HSJ Host.
- Basic knowledge of DNS management and how nameservers function.
Procedure
1. Determining Your Custom Nameservers
- Decide on the nameservers you wish to use. Custom nameservers typically follow the format of ns1.yourdomain.com and ns2.yourdomain.com.
2. Creating Custom Nameservers
- Log in to your HSJ Host portal and navigate to the domain management section where your domain is listed.
- Locate the option to manage DNS settings or nameserver settings for your domain. This option may vary depending on your portal interface.
- Enter the custom nameserver details you've decided on. You may need to provide IP addresses that correspond to the nameservers, depending on your hosting setup.
3. Updating Your Domain's Nameservers
- Navigate to the section of the HSJ Host portal where you can update your domain's nameservers.
- Replace the default nameservers with your custom nameservers (ns1.yourdomain.com and ns2.yourdomain.com) and save the changes.
- Verify the update by checking the nameserver information for your domain through a public DNS lookup tool after allowing some time for propagation.
Conclusion
Setting up custom nameservers is a strategic move for enhancing your domain's professional image and gaining greater control over your DNS management. By following the instructions outlined in this guide, you can configure custom nameservers for your domain through the HSJ Host portal. Remember, changes to nameservers can take up to 48 hours to fully propagate across the internet, so plan accordingly. For assistance or further questions regarding custom nameservers, the HSJ Host support team is available to help.
