How to Connect Godaddy Domain to Wix

Are you having trouble connecting your GoDaddy domain to Wix? Do you want to know more about the steps required for this process?

Then you’re in the right spot! In this blog post, we will explain how to connect a GoDaddy domain to your Wix website by going through a step-by-step guide, as well as providing troubleshooting tips and common FAQs.

Step-by-Step Guide for Connecting Godaddy Domain to Wix

Connecting a GoDaddy domain to Wix is relatively easy, and should only take a few minutes. Follow these steps:

  1. Log into your GoDaddy account and select the domain(s) you would like to connect.
  2. Navigate to “Manage” or “Set Up” depending on your account setup.
  3. Select “DNS” or “Nameservers” from the options offered.
  4. Input the nameservers from Wix (NS1.WIXDNS.NET and NS2.WIXDNS.NET)
  5. Save your changes.
  6. Log into your Wix account and go to “Domains”
  7. Select the “Connect Domain” option and follow the instructions provided to complete the domain connection process.

How to Point Your Domain from Godaddy to Wix

If you want to point your domain from GoDaddy to your Wix website, you’ll need to edit its DNS settings. To do this:

  1. Log into your GoDaddy account, select the domain that you want to connect, and go to Manage or Set Up depending on the account setup of GoDaddy
  2. Select “DNS” or “Nameservers” from the options offered in the left-hand menu
  3. Input or select the nameservers from Wix (NS1.WIXDNS.NET and NS2.WIXDNS.NET) in order for them to be associated with this domain
  4. Save your changes
  5. Allow up to 48 hours for DNS propagation, where all traffic will begin pointing towards their website
  6. After this time frame, you should be able to access their website with no problems by typing in their domain name

How To Change Your DNS Settings From Godaddy To Wix

The process for changing your DNS settings from GoDaddy to Wix is quite straightforward:

  1. Log into your GoDaddy account, select the domain that you want to change, and go to Manage or Set Up depending on the account setup of GoDaddy
  2. Select “DNS” or “Nameservers” from the options presented in Go Daddy’s menu
  3. Input or select the nameservers from Wix (NS1 .WIXDNS .NET and NS2 .WIXDNS .NET) in order for them to be associated with this domain
  4. Save your changes
  5. Allow up To 48 hours for DNS propagation where all traffic will begin pointing towards their website
  6. After this time frame, you should be able to access their website with no problems by typing in their domain name

Troubleshooting Tips And Common FAQs

When it comes to troubleshooting issues related to connecting a GoDaddy Domain To Wix, here are some top tips:

  • Make sure that all of your information is entered correctly when setting up both Godaddy and Wix accounts – even one small mistake can lead result in issues further down the road
  • Check whether changes have been saved properly – if not then it won’t work properly!
  • Give enough time For DNS propagation (48 hours is usually sufficient) before expecting too much change right away
  • Double-check that all of your information is correct when linking a Domain Name System (DNS) record – incorrect details here can lead to errors
  • Always take advice on customer service – help is always available if needed!
  • If there are any other issues, it’s recommended that you consult a professional before attempting any major changes as they may lead to permanent damage

Common FAQs:

What happens if I don’t save my changes?

If you don’t save your changes then they won’t apply properly which could lead to errors later down the line! Ensure that any new information is saved once entered correctly otherwise all of those efforts will be rendered useless

What can I do if there are any other issues?

It’s best practice to consult a professional before attempting any major changes as they may lead to permanent damage

How long does it take for changes to take effect?

It usually takes around 48 hours for new information applied (eg nameserver associated with a particular domain)to take effect throughout DNS systems worldwide so please allow adequate time before expecting immediate results

Is there any need for special software?

Generally speaking, no special software is required when making such alterations however it’s important always check if an updated version of whichever application being used already exists

Wrap Up

Wix doesn’t have to be difficult as long as all steps have been followed correctly! Careful consideration should be taken at every stage to make sure everything runs smoothly now future updates necessary with minimal disruptions to the service being provided to customers.

Thanks for reading and going through this guide and for reading this blog post. Feel free to contact us directly case anything needs further clarification or leave a comment below. Hope you found it helpful, cheers!

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David Cross

David is the chief editor at WebHostingMedia right from the beginning. He has a great passion for building and managing websites and creating helpful content. He is also interested in programming - currently learning python.