How to Use the Domains Section in hPanel

The Domains section in OzSpeed’s hPanel is your centralized control panel for managing all domain-related tasks, including DNS settings, subdomains, domain forwarding, and SSL configuration. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you navigate and use the Domains section effectively.

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Step 1: Access the Domains Section #

1. Log in to your hPanel Dashboard at ozspeed.com.au.
2. Click on “Domains” in the main menu.

Overview: #

• The Domains section provides an overview of all domains associated with your hosting account.
• You can see the status of each domain (e.g., active, expired) and perform various management tasks.

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Step 2: Manage DNS Settings #

The DNS Zone Editor allows you to modify DNS records for your domain, such as A records, CNAME records, MX records, and TXT records.

How to Edit DNS Records: #

1. Click on “DNS Zone Editor” under the selected domain.
2. Locate the DNS record you want to edit (e.g., A record, MX record).
3. Click “Edit”, make the necessary changes, and click “Save”.

Common DNS Records: #

• A Record: Points your domain to an IP address.
• CNAME Record: Alias for another domain (e.g., www pointing to yourdomain.com).
• MX Record: Specifies the mail server for handling email.
• TXT Record: Used for verification and security (e.g., SPF, DKIM).

Tip: #

• Changes to DNS records may take up to 24-48 hours to propagate globally.

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Step 3: Create and Manage Subdomains #

Subdomains are extensions of your main domain that you can use for different sections of your website (e.g., blog.yourdomain.com).

How to Add a Subdomain: #

1. In the Domains section, click on “Subdomains”.
2. Enter the subdomain name (e.g., blog) and select the parent domain from the dropdown menu.
3. Click “Create” to add the subdomain.

How to Delete a Subdomain: #

1. Go to the Subdomains tab.
2. Click “Delete” next to the subdomain you want to remove.

Tip: #

• Subdomains can be used to create staging sites or separate sections of your main website.

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Step 4: Set Up Domain Forwarding #

Domain forwarding allows you to redirect traffic from one domain to another, such as redirecting oldsite.com to newsite.com.

How to Set Up Domain Forwarding: #

1. Click on “Redirects” in the Domains section.
2. Select the domain you want to forward from the dropdown menu.
3. Enter the destination URL (e.g., https://newsite.com).
4. Choose the type of redirect:
   • Permanent (301): Use for permanent URL changes.
   • Temporary (302): Use for temporary redirects.
5. Click “Create Redirect”.

Tip: #

• Use permanent redirects (301) for SEO purposes when moving a website to a new domain.

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Step 5: Configure SSL Certificates #

An SSL certificate secures your website by encrypting data transmitted between the server and users. You can enable SSL directly from the Domains section.

How to Enable SSL: #

1. Click on “SSL” under the selected domain.
2. Click “Enable SSL” or “Install Let’s Encrypt SSL”.
3. Follow the prompts to complete the installation.

Tip: #

• Enable HTTPS redirection to ensure all traffic is encrypted.

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Step 6: Change Domain Nameservers #

If your domain is registered with another provider, you can point it to your OzSpeed hosting account by updating the nameservers.

How to Update Nameservers: #

1. Click on “Change Nameservers” in the Domains section.
2. Enter the OzSpeed nameservers (e.g., ns1.ozspeed.com.au, ns2.ozspeed.com.au).
3. Click “Save Changes”.

Tip: #

• Nameserver changes can take up to 48 hours to propagate.

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Step 7: Transfer a Domain to OzSpeed #

If your domain is registered with another provider, you can transfer it to OzSpeed for easier management.

How to Transfer a Domain: #

1. Click on “Transfer Domain” in the Domains section.
2. Enter the domain name you want to transfer and follow the on-screen instructions.
3. Provide the EPP code (authorization code) from your current registrar.
4. Confirm the transfer request.

Tip: #

• Domain transfers can take 5-7 days to complete.

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Step 8: Set Up Domain Privacy Protection #

Domain Privacy Protection hides your personal information from the public WHOIS database.

How to Enable Privacy Protection: #

1. Click on “Privacy Protection” for the selected domain.
2. Toggle the switch to Enable Privacy Protection.

Tip: #

• Privacy Protection helps prevent spam and protects your personal data.

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Additional Tips: #

• Monitor DNS Changes: Use DNS monitoring tools like WhatsMyDNS.net to check DNS propagation status.
• Regularly Check Domain Expiry Dates: Set up email reminders to renew your domains before they expire.
• Use Domain Aliases: If you have multiple domains pointing to the same site, set up domain aliases in the Domains section.