Step-by-Step Guide to Creating an Alias (Parked Domain) in cPanel Make it Rain Paper

An alias (formerly known as a parked domain) allows you to point multiple domain names to the same website content. This can be particularly useful when you want to manage several domains under one website or brand. In this guide, we'll walk you through the steps to create an alias in cPanel.

Pre-requirements

• Access to your cPanel account.
• The domain name to be added as an alias should already be registered and pointed to your server.
• Ensure that the DNS of the domain is set to your hosting provider's nameservers.

What is an Alias?

An alias (formerly called a parked domain) is a domain that points to the same content as your primary domain. Aliases are commonly used for businesses that own multiple domains and want them all to display the same content, such as example_domain.com and example_domain.net.

Steps to Create an Alias in cPanel

1. Log in to your cPanel account.
2. Navigate to the Domains section and click on Domains.
3. Click the Create A New Domain button.
4. In the Domain text box, enter the domain name you want to use as an alias (e.g., examplealias.com).
5. Make sure the option "Share document root (/home/$username/public_html) with [your primary domain]" is checked. This ensures that both domains point to the same content.
6. Click the Submit button to save the alias.

Important Considerations

• DNS propagation for the new alias can take up to 24-48 hours, depending on your domain registrar.
• Aliases are only effective when the domain's DNS is properly configured to point to the hosting provider's nameservers.
• If you no longer need the alias, you can easily remove it from the same Domains interface in cPanel.

Common Use Cases for Aliases

• Brand Protection: Many companies register multiple domains (e.g., different TLDs like .com, .net, .org) and point them to the same website.
• Marketing Campaigns: Use an alias domain for a specific campaign or product launch, while displaying the same content as your primary domain.

Setting up an alias (parked domain) in cPanel is a quick and efficient way to manage multiple domains under one website. By following the steps outlined above, you can easily add an alias to your account. Make sure to allow time for DNS propagation and ensure your domain is pointed correctly to avoid any issues.

If you need further assistance, don't hesitate to contact our hosting support team.