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How Do I Connect My Wix Site to My Domain?

Last updated on January 1, 2023 @ 1:25 pm

If you have a Wix site and want to use a custom domain name, you can connect your Wix site to your domain. You can either buy a new domain name through Wix, or you can use an existing domain name. If you use an existing domain name, you’ll need to change your DNS settings to point to Wix.

To connect your Wix site to your domain:

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1. Go to your Wix Dashboard.

2. Click Connect Domain under ‘Add ons’.

3. Choose the type of connection you want: I want to connect my domain

4. Enter your domain name and click Continue.

5. Select the DNS records you want to change and click Continue.

6. Follow the instructions on the next page to update your DNS settings with your registrar or hosting provider.

To finish connecting your domain:

1. Once you’ve updated your DNS settings, click Verify & Connect on the final page of the Wix Domain Connection Wizard.

2. Your domain is now connected to your Wix site!

PRO TIP: If you are planning to connect your Wix site to your domain, please be aware that there are some potential risks involved. First and foremost, please be sure that you have a backup of your Wix site before you begin. Additionally, please be aware that connecting your Wix site to your domain may result in changes to your DNS settings, which could potentially cause problems with your website’s uptime and performance. Finally, please note that connecting your Wix site to your domain will likely void any existing warranties or guarantees from your hosting provider.
Madison Geldart

Madison Geldart

Cloud infrastructure engineer and tech mess solver.