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Can I keep my domain when I change hosts? Yes, here’s how

Domaini juaj është pronë e juaja — mund ta mbani edhe kur ndryshoni hosting. Mësoni si bëhet transferimi hap pas hapi.

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Artimis Krasniqi

Founder, PorositWeb

Can I keep my domain when I change hosts? Yes, here’s how

Domain and hosting are two different things

Many people think that domain and hosting are the same thing, but they are not. The domain is the address (porositweb.com), while hosting is the place where the files are stored. You can change them independently of each other.

How to change hosting without losing your domain

  1. Buy a new hosting plan from the new provider

  2. Transfer the website files to the new hosting

  3. Change the Name Servers (DNS) on your domain to point to the new hosting

  4. Wait 24-48 hours for DNS propagation

  5. Verify that everything is working correctly

What you should watch out for

  • Take a full backup before starting the transfer

  • Do not cancel the old hosting until everything is working on the new one

  • Check the email — if the email depends on the hosting, ensure it is functioning

  • Inform the new hosting provider about any active SSL certificates

Conclusion

The domain is your property and does not obligate you to stay with the same host. If you are not satisfied with the speed or support, feel free to change — the domain comes with you.

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Artimis Krasniqi

Founder, PorositWeb

Founder of PorositWeb — a digital agency in Prishtina, Kosovo. Building professional websites, online stores and digital strategies since 2014.