Connect Your Hostinger Domain to WordPress

Link Your Hostinger Domain to WordPress: Follow These Simple Steps

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If you’ve just secured a domain through Hostinger and want to get your WordPress site up and running, you’re in the right place. Connecting your Hostinger domain to WordPress might seem daunting if you’re new to web development, but it’s quite straightforward with the right guidance. In this blog, we’ll guide you through how to connect your Hostinger domain to WordPress with an easy step-by-step approach. By following these instructions, you will ensure a smooth and effective connection between your Hostinger domain and WordPress.

Step 1: Purchase and Set Up Your Domain on Hostinger

First, ensure that you’ve completed the following before diving into the connection process

1. Purchase a Domain: If you haven’t already, log in to your Hostinger account, navigate to the domain section, and purchase a domain name.

1. Set Up Hosting: You’ll need a hosting plan that supports WordPress. Hostinger offers various plans, so choose one that fits your needs and ensure it’s set up.

Step 2: Install WordPress on Your Hosting Account

Most hosting plans with Hostinger come with a one-click WordPress installation option. Here’s how to install WordPress:

1. Log in to Your Hostinger Account: Go to your Hostinger dashboard.

1. Access hPanel: Click on ‘Hosting’ from the dashboard and select your hosting plan.

1. Find the WordPress Installer: Navigate to the ‘Website’ section and select ‘Auto Installer.’

Install WordPress: Choose WordPress from the list of applications, fill out the required details (such as site name, admin username, and password), and click ‘Install.’

Step 3: Update Domain Settings

If you purchased your domain from Hostinger, Hostinger automatically configures it. If you registered your domain elsewhere, update the DNS settings to point to Hostinger’s servers. Here’s how to update DNS settings if needed:

1. Log in to Your Domain Registrar’s Account: Access the domain management area where your domain is registered.

1. Find DNS Settings: Look for options like ‘DNS Management,’ ‘Name Server Settings,’ or similar.

1. Update Name Servers: Replace the existing name servers with Hostinger’s name servers. Typically, Hostinger’s name servers are:
  - - ns1.dns-parking.com
  - - ns2.dns-parking.com

1. Save Changes: Save the updated name server settings. DNS propagation can take up to 48 hours, but it’s usually much faster.

Step 4: Set Up Your Domain for WordPress to Use

Log in to Your WordPress Dashboard
Access your WordPress dashboard by visiting http://yourdomain.com/wp-admin (replace yourdomain.com with your actual domain).

Navigate to Settings in Your WordPress Dashboard
First, go to “Settings” on the WordPress dashboard. Then, select “General.”

Update Your Domain Settings in WordPress
Revise the website address by ensuring your Hostinger domain is correctly entered in both the “Site Address (URL)” and “WordPress Address (URL)” boxes. For example:

- http://yourdomain.com

Save Your Changes to Connect Your Hostinger Domain
To finalize the connection between your Hostinger domain and WordPress, click “Save Changes.”

Step 5: Make sure your website has an SSL certificate for secure connections:

Access SSL Settings in Hostinger
Navigate to the “Website” page in your Hostinger dashboard and select the “SSL” option.

Install a Free SSL Certificate from Hostinger
Hostinger frequently offers free SSL certificates. To install it, follow the provided instructions if it’s available.

Ensure HTTPS on Your WordPress Site
To force HTTPS, you can install a plugin like Really Simple SSL on your WordPress site. This plugin will handle the redirection automatically, ensuring all traffic uses HTTPS.

Step 6: Test Your Site

Test Your Hostinger Domain and WordPress Site

Visit Your WordPress Website
Open your web browser and navigate to http://yourdomain.com (or https://yourdomain.com if you’ve installed an SSL certificate).

Check for Issues on Your Hostinger Domain
Verify that your site loads correctly and ensure that all links, images, and functionalities are working as expected. Check for any potential errors to confirm that your Hostinger domain and WordPress site are fully operational.

Conclusion

This guide equips you to handle the series of steps involved in connecting your Hostinger domain to your WordPress site smoothly. From setting up your domain and installing WordPress to configuring DNS settings and ensuring SSL security, each step is crucial for a successful website launch.

As a result, you can confidently showcase your site to the world, knowing it is set up correctly and securely. Furthermore, if you encounter any issues or need further assistance, both Hostinger’s support team and the WordPress community are excellent resources to help you. Happy website building!