Change your domain DNS depending on where it is registered

Introduction

To change a domain’s DNS, the first thing you need to know is where the domain is registered. The process is not the same if the domain is at miHosting or if it was bought from another company.

That is why, before thinking about records or hosting, you should first identify the domain registrar.

Case 1: the domain is registered at miHosting

If the domain was registered with miHosting, the change is usually made from the client area:

1. Log in to your account.
2. Go to the domains section.
3. Select the domain you want to edit.
4. Open Nameservers or DNS Servers.
5. Enter the DNS you need to use.
6. Save the changes.
7. Wait for propagation.

If the domain will be used with miHosting hosting, it may already have the correct DNS by default.

Case 2: the domain is registered with another provider

If you bought the domain somewhere else, the change must be made in that registrar’s panel.

In that case you have two options:

• Make the change yourself from the registrar’s panel.
• Ask the registrar to install the correct DNS for you.

Information you should have ready

Before changing anything, gather this information:

• The exact domain name.
• The DNS you need to install.
• Access to the registrar panel.
• The hosting welcome email.
• A copy of the current records if the website or email is already in use.

What to do if you do not remember where the domain is

If you do not know who the registrar is:

1. Search for purchase or renewal emails.
2. Review old invoices.
3. Try to recover the panel password.
4. Contact the company where you think the domain was bought.

Without access to the registrar, you will not be able to change the domain nameservers.

Useful tips

• Do not change DNS without checking whether the new zone contains the records you need.
• If the domain uses email, pay special attention to MX, SPF, DKIM and DMARC.
• Save the old DNS in case you need to roll back.
• Be patient during propagation.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use miHosting DNS with a domain bought elsewhere

Yes. You only need to install them from the current registrar panel.

Does changing DNS change the content of my website

It does not change your files, but it does change which server the domain points to.

How long does the change take

It may start being visible in minutes or hours, although full propagation can take up to 72 hours.

Conclusion

Changing DNS depends mainly on where the domain is registered. If it is at miHosting, you will do it from the client area. If it is with another provider, you will need to log in there or ask that company to make the change.

Understanding this first saves time and avoids many mistakes.