How to Add a New Domain or Subdomain in Plesk

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Adding a new domain or subdomain in Plesk is quick and easy. Follow these steps to get started:

Step 1: Log in to Plesk #

  1. Open your web browser and go to the Plesk login page.
  2. Enter your username and password.
  3. Click the Log in button.

 

 

Step 2: Navigate to the Websites & Domains Section #

  1. Once logged in, find the Websites & Domains tab in the left-hand menu or on the main dashboard.
  2. Click on it to open the domain management page.

 

Step 3: Add a New Domain or Subdomain #

  • To Add a New Domain:
    1. Click on the Add Domain button.
    2. Enter your domain name in the provided field.
    3. Choose the subscription or hosting type for the domain (e.g., website hosting, forwarding).
    4. Click OK to save.
  • To Add a Subdomain:
    1. Click on the Add Subdomain button (usually available in the same section).
    2. Enter the subdomain name (e.g., blog.example.com).
    3. Select the parent domain under which the subdomain will be created.
    4. Click OK to save.

 

 

  1. The Add Domain form with example data filled in.
  2. The Add Subdomain form with example data filled in.

Step 4: Verify Domain or Subdomain Setup #

  1. After saving, the new domain or subdomain will appear in the Websites & Domains section.
  2. If necessary, update the DNS settings for the domain at your domain registrar to point to your hosting server.

 

 

Tips #

  • Ensure that the DNS settings for the domain are correctly configured to point to the Plesk server.
  • Use the File Manager or FTP to upload website files to the newly created domain or subdomain folder.

 

Updated on December 28, 2024

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