How to Point Your Domain on GoDaddy to eDirectory

Introduction

When you're ready to switch your website's address (domain) to your custom one, and your domain is registered with GoDaddy, updating the nameservers within your GoDaddy account is a crucial step. Correctly configuring these settings ensures that your domain name accurately directs website traffic to the eDirectory Cloudflare infrastructure.

Note: Simply changing the nameservers at GoDaddy does not automatically complete the entire domain change process for your eDirectory site. You must first contact our support team and provide them with the custom domain name you wish to use. We will then create the necessary DNS zone for your new domain on our end and subsequently provide you with the specific nameservers you need to point your GoDaddy domain to.

For a comprehensive understanding of the complete domain change procedure, please refer to our detailed article: Domain change: How can I proceed to change my domain?.

To proceed with the instructions below, you will need an active GoDaddy account with the domain name you intend to use already purchased and registered within that account. If you do not yet have a GoDaddy account, you can create one and purchase your domain by click here to create a GoDaddy account and purchase a domain.

Step-by-Step Guide: Changing Nameservers on GoDaddy

Step 1: Initiate the Domain Change with eDirectory Support

Before making any changes within your GoDaddy account, it is essential to first communicate your desired custom domain name to our support team. This allows us to prepare the DNS zone for your new domain on our servers and provide you with the precise nameservers you need to configure in GoDaddy. Once you have received these nameservers from our support team, you can proceed with the following steps. If you haven't yet contacted our support team with your domain name, please do so by emailing support@edirectory.com or by reviewing our article on the domain change process: Domain change: How can I proceed to change my domain?.

Step 2: Access Your GoDaddy Dashboard

  1. Open your web browser and navigate to the GoDaddy website (https://www.godaddy.com/).
  2. Click on the "Sign In" button, usually located in the top right corner of the page.
  3. Enter your GoDaddy username or customer number and your password.
  4. Click the "Sign In" button to access your GoDaddy account dashboard.
  5. Once logged in, locate the "Domains" section. This is often found on your main dashboard or in a left-hand navigation menu.
  6. Click on "Manage DNS" next to the domain name you wish to point to eDirectory Cloudflare.

Step 3: Navigate to DNS Management Settings

  1. On the Domain Settings page for your chosen domain, click on the "DNS" tab.
  2. Within the DNS management area, locate and click on "Nameservers."
  3. You will then see the current nameserver settings for your domain. To change them, click on the "Change Nameservers" link or button.

Step 4: Update to Custom Nameservers

  1. Under the "Choose how you want to update your nameservers" section, select the option "I'll use my own nameservers."

  1. You will now see fields where you can enter custom nameservers. Carefully enter the nameservers that you received via email from our eDirectory support team into the provided fields. Typically, you will be given two nameservers (e.g., ns1.example.com and ns2.example.com ).

Step 5: Save Changes and Notify eDirectory Support

  1. Once you have entered the provided nameservers, click the "Save" button, usually located at the bottom of the nameserver settings section.
  2. You may be presented with a consent message or a warning about changing nameservers. Carefully read the message and click "Continue" or "Yes" to agree and proceed with the update.

  1. In some cases, GoDaddy may prompt you to verify your identity using a two-step verification code if you have this security feature enabled on your account. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the verification process.

  1. After saving the changes, confirm that the nameservers have been properly updated and are now reflecting the ones provided by our support team.

  1. Finally, once you have successfully updated the nameservers in your GoDaddy account, immediately inform our support team by replying to their email or sending a new email to support@edirectory.com. This notification is crucial so that we can finalize the domain change process on our end.

Conclusion

If you require further assistance with any part of the complete domain change process, please do not hesitate to refer to our comprehensive article: Domain change: How can I proceed to change my domain?. Our support team is also available to guide you through these steps if needed.

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