How to Connect a Subdomain to OzSpeed Website Development

Connecting a subdomain (e.g., blog.yourdomain.com or shop.yourdomain.com) to your OzSpeed website allows you to create separate sections of your website or host additional content, such as a blog or e-commerce store. You can easily set this up using your domain’s DNS settings and OzSpeed’s hPanel. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you connect a subdomain to OzSpeed.

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Step 1: Decide on the Subdomain #

Before starting, decide on the name of the subdomain you want to connect (e.g., blog, shop, store). This subdomain will be used to access a specific section of your website (e.g., blog.yourdomain.com).

Tip: #

• Choose a subdomain name that clearly indicates its purpose (e.g., blog for a blog, store for an e-commerce site).

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Step 2: Log in to hPanel #

1. Go to ozspeed.com.au and log in to your hPanel Dashboard.
2. Click on My Websites and select the website where you want to connect the subdomain.

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Step 3: Add the Subdomain in hPanel #

1. In hPanel, go to Domains > Subdomains.
2. Click “Add Subdomain”.
3. Enter the name of your subdomain (e.g., blog) in the Subdomain Name field.
4. Choose the domain you want to attach the subdomain to (e.g., yourdomain.com).
5. Click “Create” to add the subdomain.

Tip: #

• After creating the subdomain, a folder for the subdomain (e.g., blog.yourdomain.com) will be created in the public_html directory.

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Step 4: Point the Subdomain to OzSpeed via DNS #

To make your subdomain accessible, you need to update your DNS records at your domain registrar or DNS provider.

Option 1: Using A Record #

1. Log in to your domain registrar (e.g., GoDaddy, Namecheap).
2. Go to the DNS Management section.
3. Click Add New Record and choose A Record as the type.
4. Enter the following details:
   • Name: Enter the subdomain name (e.g., blog).
   • Value: Enter the IP address of your OzSpeed hosting (found in hPanel under DNS Settings).
   • TTL: Set to Auto or 3600 (default).

Example A Record:

Type	Name	Value	TTL
A	blog	203.0.113.123	Auto

5. Click Save to apply the changes.

Option 2: Using CNAME Record #

If you prefer, you can use a CNAME record to point your subdomain to your OzSpeed website.

1. Log in to your domain registrar and go to DNS Management.
2. Click Add New Record and select CNAME as the type.
3. Enter the following details:
   • Name: Enter the subdomain name (e.g., blog).
   • Target: Enter the URL of your OzSpeed website (e.g., yourwebsite.ozspeed.com).
   • TTL: Set to Auto or 3600.

Example CNAME Record:

Type	Name	Content	TTL
CNAME	blog	yourwebsite.ozspeed.com	Auto

4. Click Save to update the record.

Tip: #

• It may take up to 24-48 hours for the DNS changes to propagate fully.

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Step 5: Verify the Subdomain Connection #

Once the DNS changes have propagated, you can verify the connection.

How to Test: #

1. Open your browser and visit the subdomain (e.g., blog.yourdomain.com).
2. Check that your subdomain loads the content you’ve set up on your OzSpeed hosting.

Tip: #

• Use a DNS checker tool like DNSChecker to confirm that the subdomain points to the correct IP address or CNAME target.

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Step 6: Enable SSL for the Subdomain #

Ensure your subdomain is secure by enabling SSL/TLS.

How to Enable SSL: #

1. In hPanel, go to Security > SSL/TLS.
2. Click Enable SSL for your subdomain (e.g., blog.yourdomain.com).
3. Wait for the SSL certificate to be issued and activated.

Tip: #

• If your subdomain shows a “Not Secure” warning, clear your browser cache and recheck the SSL settings.

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Step 7: Set Up Website Content for the Subdomain #

After connecting the subdomain, you can upload content or install a CMS (e.g., WordPress) to manage the subdomain’s site.

How to Upload Content: #

1. In hPanel, go to Files > File Manager.
2. Navigate to the folder created for your subdomain (e.g., blog folder in public_html).
3. Upload your website files or install a CMS to start building the content for your subdomain.

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Troubleshooting Tips #

1. Subdomain Not Loading:
   • Ensure the DNS record is configured correctly and allow time for propagation.
   • Clear your DNS cache (ipconfig /flushdns on Windows or sudo dscacheutil -flushcache on Mac).
2. SSL Certificate Error:
   • Reissue the SSL certificate in hPanel if it hasn’t been applied automatically.
   • Make sure the subdomain is listed in the SSL configuration.
3. “Server Not Found” Error:
   • Verify that the subdomain DNS record points to the correct IP address or CNAME target.
   • Double-check the spelling of the subdomain in the DNS settings.
4. Slow Loading Times:
   • Enable caching in hPanel and use a CDN (e.g., Cloudflare) to improve the loading speed of your subdomain.

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Additional Tips: #

• Use Analytics: Set up Google Analytics for your subdomain to track visitor behavior and performance separately from your main domain.
• Create a Staging Environment: Use a staging subdomain (e.g., staging.yourdomain.com) for testing changes before deploying them to the live site.
• Optimize for SEO: Ensure your subdomain has its own meta tags and sitemap for better visibility in search engines.