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GeekHosting.com > Customer Support > Getting Started FAQ
 
Getting Started FAQ
 
  1. How do I point my domain to my new GekkHosting.com account?
  2. What are the DNS nameservers that I should use?
  3. I do not own a domain. Where can I register one?
  4. How long will it take until my domain points to my new GeekHosting.com account?
  5. Can I access my domain address with or without the "www"?
  6. Can I have subdomains in my account?
  7. I want to get started but my domain name hasn't transferred yet. What do I do?
  8. How can I access my webmail without logging into the control panel?
  9. How do I set up my email software?
  10. How do I set up additional domains?
 
1. How do I point my domain to my new hosting account?
To point your domain name to your new GeekHosting.com account, you must modify the domain's nameserver information (DNS). This can be done by the registrar where your domain was registered. Visit your registrar's web site and just follow the directions provided there. If you need help completing this task, open a HelpDesk ticket and we'll assist you with the process.
 
2. What are the DNS nameservers that I should use?
The DNS (nameserver) information for your account was included in the Welcome Email you received when you signed up.
If you just signed up and have not received your welcome email yet , you may use the nameservers listed below.
DNS (nameserver) settings
Primary Nameserver: ns1.rdns15.net IP Address: 205.234.216.91
Secondary Nameserver: ns2.rdns15.net IP Address: 205.234.216.92
 
3. I do not own a domain. Where can I register one?
We will register your domain for you with your account.  It is $15/year
 
4. How long will it take until my domain points to my new account?
Once you submit the necessary DNS changes to your domain name registrar, it takes 24 to 48 hours until the changes propagate and your domain is pointed to your new hosting account.
 
5. Can I access my domain address with or without the "www"?
Yes, you will be able to access your domain address with or without the "www" in front of the domain name. When a prospective visitor types in their browser "http://www.yourdomain.com" or "http://yourdomain.com" they'll be taken to the front page of your site.
 
6. Can I have subdomains in my account?
Yes. Subdomains (ie suddomain.yourdomain.com) can be created from the control panel.
 
7. I want to get started but my domain name hasn't transferred yet. What do I do?
You can start uploading your page(s) immediately by pointing your FTP client to the IP address you were assigned when you opened your account. After your domain is fully propagated, you can upload to ftp.yourdomain.com. Detailed instructions are included in the account activation email you received.
 
8. How can I access my webmail without logging into the control panel?
Refer to the Using WebMail Guide
 
9. How do I set up my email software?
Refer to the Outlook Setup Guide.
 
10. How do I set up additional domains?
Refer to How to add domains to your account  
 
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