This article is intended for users purchasing a NEW domain name. SnapPages does not include domain hosting.
If you already own a domain name and would like to transfer it to another host, please contact your DNS provider.
Check out our article here on how to connect an existing domain to Snappages.
Steps to Procure a Custom Domain
By default, you are given a SnapPages subdomain with your account (e.g., yourorg.snappages.site). However, most people like to create their own custom domain name for their website (e.g., yourdomain.org, yourdomain.church, etc.).
If you do not own a custom domain name, you can quickly and easily purchase one through a domain registrar. Any domain registrar will work with SnapPages, but you can start by looking at GoDaddy, Namecheap, or Cloudflare. These services have good pricing and are easy to use!
Example domain search at GoDaddy.com
Choose Your Domain
Once in your registrar (domain host) of choice, search for the domain you'd like to buy. If it's available, you'll be able to purchase it by following the instructions provided by the domain registrar. If it's not available, the registrar will show you other similar domains that are available. Once your domain is secured, you'll need to update the DNS records* for the domain to push your site 'Live'. Head over to our support article on How to use an existing domain to update the DNS records for your domain. We even have some more detailed guides that cover some of the more popular domain hosting services and how to adjust the DNS records in those accounts: Using an Existing Domain: Guided Tutorials