Setting Up Domain Redirects

Domain redirects allow you to send visitors from one domain or URL to another. This can be useful for consolidating traffic, managing multiple domains, or maintaining SEO rankings. Follow these steps to set up a domain redirect in Plesk.

Step 1: Log in to Plesk #

1. Open your web browser and go to the Plesk login page.
2. Enter your credentials and click Log in.

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Step 2: Go to Websites & Domains #

1. Navigate to the Websites & Domains section from the left-hand menu or dashboard.
2. Locate the domain where you want to set up a redirect.

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Step 3: Access Hosting Settings #

1. Under the selected domain, click on Hosting Settings.
2. This will open a new page where you can manage the hosting type and settings.

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Step 4: Configure the Redirect #

1. In the Hosting Type section, select Forwarding from the dropdown.
2. Enter the destination URL in the Destination Address field (e.g., https://newdomain.com).
3. Choose the type of redirect:
   • Permanent (301): Use this if the redirect is permanent, as it is SEO-friendly.
   • Temporary (302): Use this if the redirect is temporary.
4. Click OK to save the changes.

Step 5: Verify the Redirect #

1. Open a web browser and navigate to the original domain.
2. Ensure the browser redirects you to the destination address you set.
3. If it doesn’t work immediately, wait for a few minutes and try again (as DNS changes may need some time to propagate).

Tips #

• Always test redirects in incognito mode to avoid cached results.
• Use permanent redirects (301) for SEO benefits when consolidating domains or URLs.
• If you need advanced redirect rules, consider creating a custom .htaccess file or using server-side configurations.