REVIEW GUIDE ON INTEGRATING MY DOMAIN NAME FROM NAMECHEAP INTO BLOGGER

 Integrating your domain name from Namecheap into Blogger can be a great way to give your blog a professional and personalized touch. However, the process of doing so can seem daunting for beginners. This guide aims to simplify the process and provide step-by-step instructions for integrating your domain name from Namecheap into your Blogger account.

Step 1: Purchase a Domain Name

Before you can integrate your domain name from Namecheap into Blogger, you must first purchase a domain name. Namecheap is a popular domain name registrar that offers affordable and reliable domain names. To purchase a domain name from Namecheap, follow these steps:

1. Go to the Namecheap website and enter the desired domain name in the search box.
2. Select the domain name extension you want (e.g., .com, .net, .org, etc.).
3. Check to see if the domain name is available. If it is, add it to your cart and proceed to checkout.
4. Follow the checkout process, which typically involves providing your personal information and payment details.
5. Once the purchase is complete, you will receive a confirmation email from Namecheap.

Step 2: Configure DNS Settings

After purchasing your domain name, the next step is to configure the DNS settings. DNS (Domain Name System) is a system that translates domain names into IP addresses. Configuring the DNS settings ensures that your domain name points to the correct location on the internet, such as your Blogger account.

To configure the DNS settings in Namecheap, follow these steps:

1. Log in to your Namecheap account.

2. Navigate to the “Domain List” section and click on the domain name you want to use with Blogger.

3. Click on the “Advanced DNS” tab.

4. Scroll down to the “Host Records” section and add the following records:

   • CNAME record: enter “www” in the “Host” field and “ghs.google.com” in the “Value” field. • A record: enter “@” in the “Host” field and the IP address of your Blogger account in the “Value” field. You can find the IP address in your Blogger account settings.

5. Save the changes.

Step 3: Set Up Custom Domain in Blogger

Now that the DNS settings are configured, the final step is to set up the custom domain in Blogger. To do so, follow these steps:

1. Log in to your Blogger account and go to the “Settings” section.
2. Click on the “Basic” tab and then click on the “Set up a third-party URL for your blog” link.
3. Enter your domain name (e.g., www.yourdomain.com) in the text box and click “Save”.
4. A warning message will appear, stating that your blogspot.com address will redirect to the new domain name. Click “Edit” to continue.
5. Check the “Redirect yourdomain.com to www.yourdomain.com” box and click “Save”.
6. You will be provided with a set of instructions for verifying ownership of the domain name. Follow the instructions, which typically involve adding a TXT record to the DNS settings in Namecheap.
7. Once the ownership is verified, click “Save” in the Blogger settings.

Congratulations! Your domain name from Namecheap is now integrated into your Blogger account. It may take up to 24 hours for the changes to take effect, so be patient. Once the changes have propagated, your blog will be accessible using your custom domain name.