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Getting your website live is one DNS record. Here's exactly what to change, why a shared IP is normal, and how HTTPS turns on by itself.
Business email for a domain registered anywhere: a DNS setup guide
Your domain doesn't have to live with Nxeon to get professional email on it. Here's exactly which DNS records to add — MX, SPF, DKIM, DMARC — wherever it's registered.
How to point a domain at your VPS
Bought a domain and spun up a server? The last step is connecting them. Here's exactly how to point a domain at your VPS with A records — and verify it worked.
DNS records explained: A, AAAA, MX, TXT, CNAME, NS
DNS is the internet's address book. Here's a plain-English guide to the record types you'll actually use — A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT and NS — and when to reach for each.
Domain renewal and expiration explained
Let a domain expire and you can lose it — sometimes for good. Here's the renewal lifecycle, the grace periods, and how to never lose a name.
How to transfer a domain to a new registrar
Moving a domain to a better registrar is straightforward once you know the steps. Here's the checklist — unlock, auth code, and no downtime.
What is a WHOIS lookup and how to read the results
WHOIS tells you who owns a domain, when it expires, and where it's registered. Here's what every field means and how to read a WHOIS record like a pro.
What is WHOIS privacy, and do you need it?
Registering a domain publishes your name, email and phone by default. WHOIS privacy hides them. Here's how it works and when to use it.
What are nameservers, and why do they matter?
Nameservers decide who answers DNS questions for your domain. Get them wrong and nothing resolves. Here's what they are in plain English.
What is a domain registrar, and how do you pick one?
Registrars are the companies that sell and manage domains. Here's what they actually do, how they differ, and what to look for when choosing one.
How to register a domain name (step by step)
Registering a domain is the first step to putting anything online. Here's how the process works, what to check, and how to avoid common mistakes.
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