How to Change the Domain of Your Instance in Your Apex Managed Panel

Created by Jay Jackson, Modified on Sat, 15 Mar at 8:05 PM by Jay Jackson

Changing the domain of your WordPress instance is a breeze with Your Apex Managed Panel. Whether you’re rebranding, switching to a custom domain, or making other updates, this feature allows you to make the necessary changes efficiently.

This guide walks you through the entire process, ensuring a smooth transition to your new domain.

Step-by-Step Process

1. Navigate to the Instance Details Page

Log in to Your Apex Managed Panel and locate the instance you want to update. Click on its name in the list view, or select Manage Site in the tile view to open the Instance Details page.

2. Find the Change Domain Button

Under your instance's name, you’ll see a Change Domain button. Click it to start the process.

3. Enter Your New Domain

Type your desired domain into the provided field. Double-check for any typos to ensure accuracy. Once you’ve entered the domain, click the Use This Domain button to apply the change.

4. Complete the Domain Mapping

To finalize the process, you’ll need to connect your new domain to the hosting environment. This step can be done using one of two methods:

Set DNS Records: Follow the instructions generated within the panel to update your domain’s DNS records. This might include adding A, CNAME, or other types of records.
Change Nameservers: Alternatively, you can update your domain’s nameservers to point to the ones provided by Your Apex Managed Panel.

Choose the method that works best for your setup and follow the step-by-step guidance provided in the panel to complete the mapping.

Pro Tip

Allow some time for DNS propagation after you finish the setup. This process might take a few hours for the domain changes to reflect worldwide.

Need Help?

If you encounter any issues during or after the domain change process, our Apex Managed Hosting support team is here to assist. We’ll help ensure everything is configured correctly and your site is accessible under the new domain.

Changing your domain in Your Apex Managed Panel is quick, reliable, and designed with ease of use in mind. Make the switch confidently today!