Changing your blog address on WordPress, also known as your domain name or URL, involves a few simple steps:
1. Update Your WordPress Address
- Go to your WordPress dashboard: Log in to your WordPress website and navigate to Settings > General.
- Change the WordPress Address (URL): Locate the "WordPress Address (URL)" field and enter your new domain name.
- Change the Site Address (URL): Similarly, update the "Site Address (URL)" field with your new domain name.
- Save Changes: Click the "Save Changes" button at the bottom of the page.
2. Update Your Domain Name Settings
- Access Your Domain Registrar: Log in to your domain registrar's account, where you purchased your domain name (e.g., GoDaddy, Namecheap).
- Update Name Servers: Find the "Name Servers" or "DNS Settings" section and replace the existing name servers with the ones provided by your WordPress hosting provider.
- Confirm Changes: Save the changes and allow some time for the DNS updates to propagate across the internet.
3. Update Your Website's Content
- Check for Internal Links: Ensure all internal links on your website point to the new domain name.
- Redirect Old URLs: Use a plugin like Redirection or Yoast SEO to create 301 redirects from your old URLs to the new ones, preserving your SEO ranking.
Important Note: After changing your blog address, it's crucial to verify that your website is accessible at the new URL. If you encounter any issues, revert the changes and consult with your hosting provider for assistance.
