Does removing the files on the Godaddy server ensure that I can completely see the Webflow site after changing the DNS?
When transitioning your website from the Godaddy server to Webflow, simply removing the files on the Godaddy server is not enough to ensure that you can completely see the Webflow site after changing the DNS. There are a few additional steps that you need to follow in order to properly view your Webflow site:
Publish your Webflow site: Before changing the DNS, make sure that you have published your Webflow site. To do this, go to the Webflow Designer, click on the "Publish" button in the top right corner, and follow the publishing instructions. This will make your site accessible on the Webflow servers.
Update DNS settings: Once your Webflow site is published, you need to update the DNS settings at your domain registrar (in this case, Godaddy) to point to the Webflow servers. This is done by editing the DNS records for your domain. Webflow provides detailed instructions on how to do this in their documentation.
Allow time for DNS propagation: DNS propagation is the process of updating DNS records across all internet servers. It may take some time (usually a few hours to a couple of days) for the updated DNS records to propagate globally. During this time, some visitors may still see your old site on the Godaddy server. There's no way to speed up this process, as it depends on the individual internet service providers and their caching policies.
Clear local DNS cache: After changing the DNS, it is recommended to clear your local DNS cache to ensure that your computer is not still using the old DNS information. You can do this by opening the Command Prompt or Terminal, depending on your operating system, and running the appropriate command. For Windows, use the command
ipconfig /flushdns, and for macOS and Linux, use the commandsudo dscacheutil -flushcache.
By following these steps, you can ensure that your Webflow site is properly displayed after changing the DNS. Remember to be patient during DNS propagation, as it can take some time for your site to be accessible to everyone.
Additional Questions:
- How do I publish my Webflow site?
- What are DNS settings and how do I update them?
- How long does DNS propagation take?
