Is there a way to redirect a domain from the old website to the new website within Webflow, even if the domain registrar is not cooperating?

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September 22, 2023

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Yes, there is a way to redirect a domain from the old website to the new website within Webflow, even if the domain registrar is not cooperating. Here's how you can achieve this:

Set up the new website in Webflow: First, make sure your new website is fully set up and ready to go in Webflow. Create all the necessary pages, design the layout, and ensure that the content is in place.
Export the code from Webflow: Next, you'll need to export the code for your new website from Webflow. To do this, go to the Webflow Designer and click on the "Export" button located in the top-right corner. This will generate a zip file containing the necessary HTML, CSS, and JavaScript files.
Set up hosting for the new website: Now, you need to set up hosting for your new website. Webflow provides secure and reliable hosting options that you can choose from. Upload the exported code to the Webflow hosting servers and make sure the website is live and accessible.
Configure DNS settings: After setting up hosting, you need to configure the DNS settings for your old domain. Even if your domain registrar is not cooperating, you can still make changes to the DNS settings by using a different DNS provider.
Point the domain to the new website: In the DNS settings, you'll need to create a new DNS record to point your old domain to the new website hosted on Webflow. Add a CNAME record or an A record depending on the requirements of your DNS provider.

For a CNAME record, enter the subdomain (e.g., "www") and point it to the Webflow subdomain (e.g., "proxy-ssl.webflow.com").
For an A record, enter the IP address of the Webflow hosting server (you can find this in the Webflow project settings).

Test the redirection: Once you have configured the DNS settings, it may take some time for the changes to propagate. You can use online tools like Dig Web Interface or DNS Checker to check the status of your DNS records. Once the changes have propagated, test the redirection by entering your old domain in a browser and see if it redirects to your new website hosted on Webflow.

By following these steps, you can redirect a domain from the old website to the new website within Webflow, even if the domain registrar is not cooperating.

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