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How to Update the DNS Nameservers at 123-Reg

How to Update the DNS Nameservers at 123-Reg

 Step-by-step guide: Updating DNS Nameservers at 123-Reg   
Updating DNS nameservers is a crucial step when it comes to managing your domain and website. In this comprehensive guide, we walk you through the exact steps to update your DNS nameservers at 123-Reg, ensuring that your website remains up and running smoothly.  

You can find our nameservers in your hosting welcome email. You need to update your domain nameservers to our nameservers. 

If your domain is registered on 123-Reg, you should follow this tutorial to update your domain's Nameservers. 


1. Open the 123-reg.co.uk website and click on Control Panel. It will show you a login form. 
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2. Enter the username and password of your 123-reg account and click on Log-in. 
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3. After a successful login, select the appropriate domain from the drop-down list and then click on Manage. 
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4. Scroll down to the Advanced domain settings and click on Change Nameservers (DNS). 
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5. Enter your nameservers in the text fields and click on Update. 
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You will see a success message. 


Note: It may take anywhere from 12 to 24 hours for the changes to take effect worldwide. 
 

While updating DNS nameservers may seem like a simple task, there are best practices that should be followed to ensure a seamless transition and avoid any potential downtime for your website. In this article, we share expert tips and tricks to help you update your DNS nameservers effectively and efficiently.  

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