Step-by-step instructions
- Step 01
Verify that your new hosting project works on its temporary provider URL.
- Step 02
Confirm the custom domain is actually assigned to that project.
- Step 03
Check the domain's current authoritative nameservers and determine where the active DNS zone is hosted.
- Step 04
Compare the active DNS record set to the exact records your host requests.
- Step 05
Remove old conflicting website records only after checking they are no longer used.
- Step 06
Wait for caches and DNS propagation; provider and network caches differ.
- Step 07
Test root and www separately, as they often use different DNS records.
- Step 08
Check SSL only after DNS points correctly, then test via HTTPS in a fresh incognito session.
Before you finish: important checks
- Repeatedly switching nameservers can prolong confusion because caches update asynchronously.
Common problems and fixes
- Apex opens but www fails? Check the www CNAME and domain alias setup.
- Only your old browser fails? Clear cache or use a different network for comparison.
Frequently asked questions
Can DNS take 48 hours?
Yes, depending on TTLs and nameserver changes.
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