How to connect a domain to your server Print

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In this article, you will be learning how to connect your server with your custom domain from Namecheap.
What your server IP will look like after completing this tutorial:

Ex 1: play.yourserver.com (With Dedicated IP Addon)
Ex 2: play.yourserver.com:1234 (Without Dedicated IP Addon)

1. Log into Namecheap

2a. Head over to your account dashboard. 
https://prnt.sc/odrzbi


2b. Click the Manage button. 
https://prnt.sc/ods080


3. Go to the Advanced DNS tab. 
https://prnt.sc/ods0sj


4. Click the Add New Record button. 
https://prnt.sc/ods1uf


5a. Set the type to A Record.
5b. Set the Host to one word like "play" or "mc".
5c. Set the IP Address or Value to your server's IP (Not including the port)

Example: (Note: ​​​​the numbers for your IP Address will be different)
IP Address with port: 123.36.4.5:1234
IP Address without port: 123.36.4.5 (This is what you would put in the Value spot if that was your IP.)

The new host record should look something like this: 
https://prnt.sc/ods3cw

6. Click the Save All Changes button. 
https://prnt.sc/ods3hs


Now you're done! Please keep in mind that it can take up to 24-48 hours for the domain to become active.
If you need help or have any questions, use Namecheap's live 24/7 support: https://www.namecheap.com/support/

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