1. Adding a Domain
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Log in to Webuzo:
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Access your Webuzo panel via
http://yourdomain.com:20023
or the appropriate URL.
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Navigate to the "Domain" Section:
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Click on "Add Domain" under the Domain Management menu.
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Enter Domain Details:
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Input the domain name (e.g.,
example.com
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Specify the document root where the domain's files will reside (e.g.,
/home/username/public_html/example.com
).
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Click "Add":
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Once done, click "Add Domain" to save the configuration.
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2. Configuring DNS Settings
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Navigate to DNS Zone Settings:
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Go to "DNS Zone" under the Domain Management menu.
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Add or Edit DNS Records:
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A Records: Point the domain to your server's IP address.
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CNAME Records: Alias one domain to another.
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MX Records: Direct email traffic to the correct mail server.
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Save Changes:
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Click "Update" or "Save" to apply your settings.
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Wait for Propagation:
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DNS changes may take up to 48 hours to propagate globally.
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3. Managing Subdomains
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Navigate to Subdomains:
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Click on "Subdomains" under Domain Management.
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Create a Subdomain:
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Enter the subdomain name (e.g.,
blog.example.com
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Choose a document root (e.g.,
/home/username/public_html/blog
).
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Save the Subdomain:
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Click "Add Subdomain" to finalize.
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4. Setting Up Domain Redirects
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Access the Redirects Section:
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Click on "Redirects" in the Domain Management menu.
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Add a New Redirect:
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Select the domain or subdomain.
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Specify the target URL (e.g., redirect
example.com
tohttps://www.example.com
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Choose the redirect type (e.g., Permanent (301) or Temporary (302)).
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Save Changes:
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Click "Add Redirect" to enable.
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5. Enabling SSL for Domains
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Access SSL Management:
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Go to "SSL Certificates" in the Security menu.
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Install an SSL Certificate:
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Use "Let’s Encrypt" for a free SSL certificate.
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Alternatively, upload a purchased SSL certificate and private key.
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Apply SSL:
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Assign the SSL certificate to the specific domain or subdomain.
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6. Troubleshooting Common Domain Issues
Issue: Domain Not Resolving
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Check DNS Records: Ensure DNS records are correctly configured.
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Verify Nameservers: Confirm that the domain points to the correct nameservers.
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Propagation Time: Allow time for DNS changes to propagate.
Issue: SSL Not Working
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Certificate Installation: Recheck the SSL certificate installation.
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Mixed Content: Ensure all site resources use HTTPS.
Issue: Subdomain Not Accessible
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Document Root: Confirm the subdomain points to the correct directory.
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DNS Settings: Ensure a DNS record exists for the subdomain.
By following this guide, you can effectively manage domains in Webuzo. Let us know if further assistance is required.