How To Create DNS Records
DNS (Domain Name System) is the service which translates between Internet names and Internet addresses. Internet names are the names which we use to refer to hosts on the Internet, such as www.namehero.com. Internet addresses are the numbers which routers use to move traffic across the Internet. In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to create, modify and delete DNS records. Log into cPanel (https://www.namehero.com/knowledgebase/4/How-To-AccessPopularHow To Register A Domain With NameHero
Domain names are virtual real estate and once registered it becomes your asset as long as it is renewed each year. Most domains ending in .com, that are spellable, easy to remember, and brandable only increase in value. We believe in making the domain registration as easy as possible. Our registration rates are amongst some of the best in the industry and our Client Portal makes it easy to manage multiple domains. Rather you're starting your first domain or building a portfolio, we've got youPopularWhat Are Name Servers And Where Do I Find Them?
Name servers are what connect your website to your domain and are essential to setup regardless the web hosting service you're using. Most often they are in this format: ns1.namehero.com and ns2.namehero.com. These are unique depending on the web hosting service ordered. The first step to get your website live on NameHero's Web Hosting is to make the connection between our cloud hosting servers and your domain name. If you're registerPopularHow To Create A Subdomain In cPanel
The ease of setting up subdomains is one of the most powerful features of cPanel. With just a couple of clicks you can have a subdomain activated, with a fresh copy of WordPress, and even a valid SSL certificate. Recently we've had some questions on how to modify these, including deleting them, so I figured I'd make a little guide to help everyone out. Check DNS Records Before getting started, are you using NameHero dns servers or external dns servers? It's important to perform a DNS CheckPopularHow To Transfer Your Domain To NameHero
Prior to launching our world-class cloud web hosting, I had originally developed the NameHero platform to manage my personal domain portfolio. Buying domains since 1998, some aftermarket, some at auctions, etc. I had stuff going everywhere. It was to the point where I couldn't keep track of my names, hence I developed an interface that suited all of my needs. I strongly believe our platform will help you achieve this while also making it much easier for our Superheroes to support all of yourSome readersHow To Add A DNS TXT Record
A TXT record is a DNS record that is used to associate arbitrary text with a host or other name. It is mainly used to verifying domain ownership , setting SPF record or dmarc records. In this article, we will show you how to add a TXT record for google verification. You can add the TXT records from cPanel -Zone Editor: 1. Click on "Zone Editor" under domains from your cPanel (https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/72819bcd77fa8800/ea3092d2-a8de-4278-963d-c9bf141ct6prlSome readersHow To Use Our DNS Management
NameHero offers DNS Management for all domains registered with us. For those that do not have web hosting with us, this is a great way to point your domain name to your web host with our reliable system. You can also use our DNS Management to forward your domain name to your existing website. ℹ️ For our customers that already have a web hosting account, you can use the Zone Editor within cPanel to edit and manage your DNS records (https://help.namehero.com/en/articles/6993072-how-to-crSome readersHow To Register Nameservers
A Nameserver is a specialized server on the Internet that handles queries or questions from your local computer, about the location of a domain name's various services. Example: NS1.YOUR-DOMAIN.COM NS2.YOUR-DOMAIN.COM A simple way to think about Nameservers is using a phone book analogy. If you were trying to call NameHero.com you might have remembered our phone number, but more than likely you'd want to look it up before just guessing at numbers. This same story is also true forSome readersHow To Modify Your Site's Nameservers
A nameserver is a specialized server on the internet that handles queries or questions from your local computer, about the location of a domain name's various services. A great simple way to think about nameservers is using a phone book analogy. If you were trying to call NameHero.com you might have remembered our phone number, but more than likely you'd want to look it up before just guessing at numbers. This same story is also true for the internet and domain names. As an example, youSome readersHow To Setup Your Private Name Servers At NameHero
All of our Reseller and VPS hosting packages allow you the ability to use your own private name servers. This is what makes our Reseller service 100% white labeled. Using private name servers means your customers will input your name servers into their domains to link them to your hosting. What Are Name Servers? A name server is a computer application that implements a network service forFew readersHow To Speed Up DNS Propagation
When you first sign-up for web hosting or switch providers, there is a period of time called DNS propagation where your name servers have to update across the globe to display your website on your new hosting account. Depending on where you’re located geographically, this process can take anywhere from an hour up to 48 hours! Nowadays most United States based Internet Service Providers flush their DNS cache hourly, but I’ve seen some still take the full 48 hours. This can sometimes be the mostFew readersHow To Transfer A Domain To NameHero That Doesn't Have An EPP Code (.co.uk, .uk, etc.)
If you've ever transferred a top level domain such as .com, .net, .org, etc. you're likely familiar with an EPP or authorization code which acts as password to transfer your domain to a new registrar. But there are some international TLDs, such as .co.uk/.uk which instead require you to change the IPS tag at your existing registrar. Start the domain transfer (https://www.namehero.com/domainstab-traFew readersCheck Your DNS Health Report With DNSHero.com
We use a lot of internal tools here at NameHero to help diagnose issues in our support desk. One of the most common is looking at a website’s DNS records to see if anything is amiss. Most often this will explain websites not resolving, emails not being delivered, etc. Especially websites that are migrated over from other web hosts can contain old records that send everything into a fit creating a headache that can often appear to be a mystery. Get Your Free DNS Report (https://nameherFew readersHow To Set Your Domain For Auto Renew
Setting your domain for automatic renewal assures that you remain in possession of it. If enabled, your domain will automatically renew upon it's expiration and an invoice will be generated for your account. This is highly reccomended so that you do not lose your domain. In this tutorial, we'll show you how to set your domain for auto renew. DNS (Domain Name System) is the service which translates between Internet names and Internet addresses. Internet names are the namesFew readersHow To Enable & Disable Registrar Lock
Registrar Lock is a status code that can be set on an Internet domain name by the sponsoring registrar of the domain name. This is usually done in order to prevent unauthorized, unwanted or accidental changes to the domain name. In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to enable and disable registrar lock. Login to the Name Hero Platform 2) Click the orange My Domains button. Few readers3 Tools To Help You Invest In Good Domains
Originally I founded NameHero as a domain registrar (actually DNSHero.com at that time) to give me a place to register and store all the domains I registered for investments. I don't consider myself a professional "domainer" by any means, but since 1998, I've registered a good number domains for my piece of virtual real estate using an Enom reseller account. Never being a fan of their interface, I developed out NameHero so I could easily register my domains on my phone while I'm relaxing inFew readersHow To Renew Domain(s)
Our Domain Management Platform allows for you to seamlessly manage your domains and renew them one at a time or all at once. In this brief tutorial, we'll show you how to renew domain(s). Login to the Name Hero Platform 2) Hover over the Domains tab at the top and click Renew Domains (https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/bff049df59d4680/266fFew readersHow To Register .co.za Domains
While NameHero is a United States based web host, we do have customers all across the globe. With our ultra high-speed cloud, customers enjoy our fast web page load times and 99.9% uptime, regardless the country they reside. Click Here To Test Our Server Speed Unfortunately since NameHero is based in the United States, we're unable to register some International TLDs such as .co.za. In order for us to register such TLDs we would need to physically have a prFew readersHow To Resell Domain ID Protection
What Is ID Protection? All domain names require the information of the person/organization that registered it be stored in the public Whois database. Therefore your personal information, including your name, physical address, email address, and phone number can be available for everyone to see including spammers. To protect this information, most domain registrars offer an ID protection service that will mask your personal information with theirs, also forwFew readersHow To Update DNS Records In CloudFlare
Do you need to update DNS records in Cloudflare? Have you recently been migrated and now need to update an A or CNAME record? This simple tutorial will explain the basics. It's not hard to do and can be accomplished in just a few short minutes!Few readersHow To Add Records for A Domain Registered with CloudFlare
Have you registered your domain name with Cloudflare and now need to point it at your account on NameHero? This tutorial will show you how and what to enter in the DNS to make your website work with your NameHero account. STEP 1: Login to your cPanel to collect the information you will need. Then click on Zone Editor. STEP 2: Now click manage next to your domFew readers