When transferring a domain to OzSpeed, you will be asked to choose how to handle the domain’s nameservers and DNS settings. Selecting the appropriate option depends on your specific needs, such as maintaining current website functionality or using OzSpeed’s hosting services.
Options for Nameservers/DNS During Transfer #
1. Keep Current Nameservers (Recommended If You Already Have Hosting) #
- Description: Retain the existing nameservers to avoid disruption to your website, email, or other services.
- When to Choose:
- If your website and email are hosted elsewhere and you do not plan to migrate them immediately.
- To ensure uninterrupted service during the transfer process.
- What Happens:
- Your DNS settings remain unchanged, and the domain will continue pointing to its existing hosting provider.
2. Use OzSpeed’s Nameservers (Recommended If Using OzSpeed Hosting) #
- Description: Update the domain’s nameservers to OzSpeed’s default settings to use their hosting and DNS services.
- When to Choose:
- If you are transferring the domain and hosting to OzSpeed.
- If you want to manage DNS records through OzSpeed’s hPanel.
- What Happens:
- The nameservers are updated to point to OzSpeed, and you can manage DNS settings within their dashboard.
- Example OzSpeed Nameservers:
- Primary:
ns1.ozspeed.com - Secondary:
ns2.ozspeed.com
- Primary:
3. Custom Nameservers #
- Description: Specify custom nameservers for the domain during the transfer.
- When to Choose:
- If you are using third-party DNS management services, such as Cloudflare or another hosting provider.
- What Happens:
- You provide the desired nameservers, and the domain will point to those immediately after the transfer.
Considerations When Choosing Nameservers/DNS #
- Avoid Downtime:
- If your domain currently points to an active website or email service, keep the existing nameservers to ensure there’s no interruption.
- Update nameservers only after you’ve configured new DNS settings.
- Propagation Time:
- DNS changes may take up to 24–48 hours to propagate globally. Plan changes accordingly.
- Backup Current DNS Settings:
- Before making any changes, note down existing DNS records (A, MX, CNAME, etc.) in case you need to reconfigure them later.
- Future Management:
- Using OzSpeed’s nameservers simplifies DNS management by centralizing domain and hosting controls in one dashboard.
How to Change Nameservers After Transfer (If Needed) #
- Log in to OzSpeed hPanel:
- Access your domain in the Domain Management section.
- Update Nameservers:
- Choose to retain the current nameservers, use OzSpeed’s, or specify custom nameservers.
- Save Changes:
- Allow time for DNS propagation if you update nameservers.
Recommendations: #
- Already Hosted Elsewhere: Choose Keep Current Nameservers to ensure no disruption during transfer.
- Using OzSpeed Hosting: Select Use OzSpeed’s Nameservers for easy integration.
- Custom Setup: Specify Custom Nameservers if you have specific DNS configurations with another provider.
