How to Add Custom Domain to Blogger ?How to purchase a domain online?

How to Add Custom Domain to Blogger? How to purchase a domain online?

Adding a custom domain to your Blogger blog can give it a more professional and personalized look. To add a custom domain to Blogger and purchase a domain from BigRock, follow these steps:

Step 1: Purchase a Domain from BigRock:

1. Visit the BigRock Website: Go to the BigRock website (www.bigrock.in).

2. Search for Your Desired Domain: Use the domain search feature on the BigRock website to check if your desired domain name is available. Enter the domain name you want (e.g., www.yourdomainname.com) and click the "Search" button.

3.Select Your Domain: If the domain is available, you can add it to your cart. Review your order and click the "Checkout" button.

4.Create a BigRock Account: If you don't already have an account with BigRock, you'll need to create one by providing your details and creating a password.

5.Complete the Purchase: Follow the prompts to complete the domain purchase process. You'll need to provide your contact information and payment details.

6.Verify Ownership: After completing the purchase, you may need to verify your ownership of the domain through an email confirmation sent by BigRock. Follow the instructions in the email to verify your ownership.

Step 2: Configure DNS Settings on BigRock

Once you've purchased your domain from BigRock, you'll need to configure the Domain Name System (DNS) settings to point to your Blogger blog. Here's how:

1.Log In to Your BigRock Account: Go to the BigRock website and log in to your account.

2.Access Your Domains: In your BigRock account, find the domain you purchased and select it.

3.Access DNS Management: Look for an option like "DNS Management" or "Name Server Management." Click on it.

4.Set Custom DNS Records: You will need to create two custom DNS records to point to Blogger's servers. These records typically include "CNAME" and "A" records.

   - Create a "CNAME" record with the following details:

     - Name: www

     - Value: ghs.google.com

   - Create four "A" records with the following details:

     - Name/Host: Leave this field empty or use "@"

     - Value/Address: The IP addresses provided by Blogger (You can find these in your Blogger settings).

5.Save Changes: Save the DNS settings after adding the custom records. Please note that DNS changes may take some time to propagate across the internet.

Step 3: Configure Blogger for Custom Domain

1. **Log In to Blogger:** Go to the Blogger website (www.blogger.com) and log in to your Blogger account.

2.Access Your Blog: Select the blog for which you want to add the custom domain.

3.Go to Settings: In the left sidebar, click on "Settings."

4.Basic Settings: Under the "Basic" section, find the "Publishing" option and click on "Set up a third-party URL for your blog."

5.Enter Your Custom Domain: Enter your custom domain (e.g., www.yourdomainname.com) in the provided field and click the "Save" button.

6.Verify Ownership: Blogger will provide you with DNS records to verify ownership of the domain. You need to add these records in your BigRock DNS settings.

7. Save Settings: After adding the DNS records in BigRock, return to Blogger and click the "Save" button to complete the process.

Please note that DNS changes may take some time to propagate, so your custom domain may not work immediately. Be patient, and your blog should become accessible via your custom domain once the DNS settings have fully propagated.
Remember to keep your domain registration and DNS settings up to date to ensure your custom domain continues to point to your Blogger blog.