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Can I Host a Wix Website on GoDaddy?

Last updated on September 30, 2022 @ 10:26 pm

The answer is yes, you can host your Wix website on GoDaddy. You would need to sign up for a hosting account with GoDaddy, and then you can use their hosting services to host your Wix website. You may need to use a third-party DNS service to point your domain name to GoDaddy’s servers, but otherwise the process is pretty straightforward.

There are a few things to keep in mind, however. First, GoDaddy’s hosting services are not as robust as Wix’s own.

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PRO TIP: There are a few things to be aware of if you plan on hosting your Wix website on GoDaddy. First, Wix is a bit more resource-intensive than other website builders, so your hosting plan will need to accommodate that. Additionally, Wix doesn’t offer email hosting, so you’ll need to set that up separately with GoDaddy (or another provider). Finally, because Wix uses a proprietary platform, there may be some limitations in terms of what you can do with your site if you host it on GoDaddy.

This means that your website may not perform as well on GoDaddy as it does on Wix. Additionally, GoDaddy does not provide the same level of customer support as Wix does. So if you run into any problems, you may have to rely on the community forums for help.

Overall, though, it is possible to host a Wix website on GoDaddy. Just be aware of the potential downsides before you make the switch.

Dale Leydon

Dale Leydon

Sysadmin turned Javascript developer. Owner of 20+ apps graveyard, and a couple of successful ones.