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How to edit the Hosts file

The Hosts file is a doc hosted into your computer. This file defines the connection IP for each domain when you try to connect from your computer. If you edit it you’ll be able to connect to another IP when tries to access into a domain.

Important: Between the IP and the domain must be a tabulation.

We can find the IP from the “DNS Zone” tab into the hosting management panel. To obtain it, we go to “Admin > My domains” and click over the hosting/“Redirect & Parking” service, then we’ll see “DNS Zone”. The first entry will have the IP.

Windows:

We will create a shortcut to simplify the edition.

  • Right-click the desktop, and then click “New > Shortcut”. Into the filed “Location” type:

"C:/Program Files/WindowsNT/Accessories/wordpad.exe" “C:/WINDOWS/system32/drivers/etc/hosts”
  • Then execute the shortcut and the Notepad will start with the Hosts file opened. Now we must add the entries:
 IP yourdomain.tld IP www.yourdomain.tld
  • Save the changes.

IOS / Linux:

  • Open the command line
  • Type the command:
    sudo nano /etc/hosts
  • Enter your user password and the file will be opened. Then add:

IP yourdomain.tld IP www.yourdomain.tld
  • Save the changes and exit.

Frequent Questions

Why DonDominio?
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At DonDominio, we offer you over 20 years of experience in the domain registration, hosting, email, and SSL certificates sector.

We have specialized technical support and advanced tools for businesses, agencies, and resellers.

Additionally, we have multiple layers of security, continuous monitoring, redundancy systems, and proprietary technology designed to ensure the availability, integrity, and protection of data.

How do I know if a domain is available?
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You can find out if a domain is available through a search in our search engine.

How can I register a domain with DonDominio?
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Registering a domain at DonDominio is a simple process. Enter the name you want in our search engine to check if it is available, select the appropriate extension, complete the registration, and make the payment.

If you are not sure about the name you want to register, but have an idea in mind, you can activate the AI search in our search engine. In seconds it will provide you with various name options that fit your project.

Once registered, the domain will be linked to your account, and you can use it for a website, email, or any digital project.

How can I create my website?
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Steps to create your project at DonDominio:

  1. Search and register a domain for your project.
  2. Create your website and email accounts with our hosting plans.
  3. Protect your project by adding an SSL certificate.
Do you offer specialized technical support?
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We have a specialized technical support department with over 20 years of experience in resolving technical issues. All our support agents are real people; we do not use chatbots or AI agents to handle inquiries.

Do I have any benefits as a DonDominio client?
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As a DonDominio client, you will have access to special discounts based on the volume of domains you manage.
For more information about this type of discount, check the volume discounts section.

Additionally, you have at your disposal our reseller services which include: developer API, white label panel, and compatibility with WHMCS.

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