Adding a Domain Print

Step 1: Log in to Your cPanel Account

1. Open your web browser and go to: https://qdhosts.com/myacct/login 
2. Enter your username and password to access your account.
3. Click on services and my services from them menu.
4. Click on your hosting product (i.e. standard hosting)
5. Now on the left side of the screen select "Log in to Cpanel".

Step 2: Navigate to the "Domains" Section

1. Once you're logged in, scroll down to the "Domains" section.
2. Depending on your cPanel version, you might see options like "Addon Domains," "Subdomains," or "Aliases (Parked Domains)." Choose the appropriate option based on what you want to do:
   • Addon Domain: Use this option if you want to add a completely new domain that will have its own separate website.
   • Subdomain: Use this option if you want to add a domain that is a subset of your existing domain (e.g., blog.yourdomain.com).
   • Aliases (Parked Domain): Use this option if you want the new domain to point to the same site as your primary domain.

Step 3: Add the Domain

1. Addon Domain:

   • Click on "Addon Domains."
   • Enter the new domain name in the "New Domain Name" field.
   • The "Subdomain" and "Document Root" fields will automatically populate. You can customize these if needed.
   • Click "Add Domain."

2. Subdomain:

   • Click on "Subdomains."
   • Enter the prefix for the subdomain (e.g., "blog") in the "Subdomain" field.
   • Select the domain from the dropdown list if you have multiple domains.
   • The "Document Root" field will automatically populate. You can customize this if needed.
   • Click "Create."

3. Aliases (Parked Domain):

   • Click on "Aliases."
   • Enter the domain name you want to park (e.g., yourdomain.com) in the "Domain" field.
   • Click "Add Domain."

Step 4: Update DNS Settings (If Necessary)

1. If your domain is registered with a different provider, you'll need to point the domain's DNS to your hosting server.
2. Log in to your domain registrar's dashboard and update the nameservers to those provided by your hosting provider.
3. It can take up to 48 hours for DNS changes to propagate.

Step 5: Verify the Domain is Working

1. After adding the domain, you can verify that it’s working by typing the domain name in your browser.
2. If everything is set up correctly, you should see the default page for your new domain or the content of your subdomain/parked domain.

Step 6: Manage the Domain (Optional)

1. Once added, you can manage the domain under the "Domains" section in cPanel.
2. Here, you can create email accounts, set up redirects, and manage DNS settings for the domain.

By following these steps, you can successfully add and configure a domain in cPanel.