Pointing Domain to VPS
After you purchased a VPS, you need to configure the DNS settings to point your domain to the VPS IP address.
Before installing MineStoreCMS, you need to configure your domain’s DNS settings.
We recommend using Cloudflare as your DNS provider.
Cloudflare Benefits
- Security: Cloudflare provides protection against DDoS attacks, SQL injection, and other threats.
- Performance: Cloudflare uses a global network of servers to cache and deliver content faster.
- Reliability: Cloudflare’s network is highly available and resilient.
- Analytics: Cloudflare offers detailed insights on your website’s traffic and performance.
- Free SSL: Cloudflare provides free SSL certificates to secure your website.
- DNS Management: Cloudflare has a user-friendly interface for managing your DNS records.
Configuring DNS with Cloudflare
Cloudflare is a popular DNS provider that offers a range of services to secure and optimize your website. To configure your domain with Cloudflare, follow these steps:
Sign Up for Cloudflare
Visit the Cloudflare website and click on the Sign Up button to create an account. Enter your email address and create a password to complete the sign-up process.
Add Your Domain
After registering, click “Add a Site” to add your domain name to Cloudflare. Follow the on-screen instructions to input your domain into the system.
Change Your Name Servers
Update your domain’s nameserver (NS) records to the addresses provided by Cloudflare. This is done in the domain management panel of your domain registrar.
Configure DNS Records
Once the nameservers have been updated, configure the DNS records for your domain in the Cloudflare dashboard. Add the necessary records such as A, CNAME, and MX records.
To use MineStoreCMS, add an A record for your domain that points to the IP address of your VPS server. Optionally, add a CNAME record for the www subdomain to redirect traffic from www.example.com to example.com.
You can find your VPS IP address in the server management panel of your hosting provider or email you received from them.
Examples:
For root domain (example.com):
- Type: A
- Name: @
- Value: VPS IP Address
For subdomain (store.example.com):
- Type: A
- Name: store
- Value: VPS IP Address
Verify Activation
After completing the steps, check your Cloudflare account to ensure your domain’s status is shown as ‘Active’. This indicates that Cloudflare is successfully managing your domain.
SSL Configuration
Cloudflare provides free SSL certificates for your domain. To enable SSL, go to the SSL/TLS section in the Cloudflare dashboard and select the Full SSL mode.
Configuring DNS with Other Providers
If you are using a different DNS provider, the steps may vary. However, the general process involves updating your domain’s nameservers and configuring the DNS records for your domain.
Update Nameservers
Log in to your domain registrar’s website and update the nameservers to the addresses provided by your DNS provider. This is usually done in the domain management panel.
Configure DNS Records
After updating the nameservers, configure the DNS records for your domain. Add the necessary records such as A, CNAME, and MX records based on your hosting provider’s requirements.
Make an A Record
Add an A record for your domain that points to the IP address of your VPS.
Verify Configuration
Check your domain’s DNS settings to ensure the changes have been applied correctly. You can use online tools like DNS Lookup to verify the DNS records for your domain.
If you encounter any issues while configuring your domain’s DNS settings, contact your DNS provider’s support team for assistance.