In this article, you will be learning how to connect your server with your custom domain from Namecheap.
What your server IP will look like after completing this tutorial:
Ex 1: play.yourserver.com (With Dedicated IP Addon)
Ex 2: play.yourserver.com:1234 (Without Dedicated IP Addon)
1. Log into Namecheap
2a. Head over to your account dashboard.
https://prnt.sc/odrzbi
2b. Click the Manage button.
https://prnt.sc/ods080
3. Go to the Advanced DNS tab.
https://prnt.sc/ods0sj
4. Click the Add New Record button.
https://prnt.sc/ods1uf
5a. Set the type to A Record.
5b. Set the Host to one word like "play" or "mc".
5c. Set the IP Address or Value to your server's IP (Not including the port)
Example: (Note: the numbers for your IP Address will be different)
IP Address with port: 123.36.4.5:1234
IP Address without port: 123.36.4.5 (This is what you would put in the Value spot if that was your IP.)
The new host record should look something like this:
https://prnt.sc/ods3cw
6. Click the Save All Changes button.
https://prnt.sc/ods3hs
Now you're done! Please keep in mind that it can take up to 24-48 hours for the domain to become active.
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