Can I redirect a domain to a specific URL?

What is URL redirect? URL redirect (URL forwarding) allows you to forward your domain visitors to any URL of your choice (to a new domain or a different website). You can set 301 (Permanent), 302 (Unmasked), and Masked (URL Frame) redirects for the domain names pointed to BasicDNS, PremiumDNS or FreeDNS.

How do you redirect an old website to a new domain and retain the URL path?

How to 301 Redirect a Domain on a Windows Server

  1. Select “A redirection to a URL”,
  2. In the “Redirect to:” field type in the address of the new domain you want to forward traffic to,
  3. Select “A permanent redirection for this source”
  4. Press the “OK” button – you are done!

Can you redirect a domain name without hosting?

If you happen to not have a hosting plan and you would like to redirect your domain to another domain, it can be easily done using Cloudflare.

Do you need hosting for a 301 redirect?

A “3xx redirect” is an HTTP request/response so you need to use a service that accepts an HTTP request. So, either: Some domain registrars might offer an additional service to HTTP redirect the domain (most don’t). Point the domain you want to redirect, to a web hosting account and configure the redirect there.

What is domain forwarding with masking?

Forward with Masking Masking displays the forwarded url in the browser window at all times, hiding the real domain of the website. So, if olddomain.com is forwarding to newdomain.com with masking, visitors will only see olddomain.com in their browser.

How do I setup a domain redirect?

Redirecting a new domain or subdomain (legacy)

  1. Navigate to the Manage Domains page. The Manage Domains page opens.
  2. Click the Add Hosting to a Domain / Sub-Domain button.
  3. Scroll down to the Redirect section.
  4. Enter the information in the following fields:
  5. Click the Redirect this domain button to complete the set up.