Domains

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Google Workspace Domain Verification Not Working

You added the Google Workspace verification record to your DNS, but verification keeps failing. The issue is usually a typo in the DNS record or your domain pointing to the wrong nameservers. What’s Happening Google needs to find a specific TXT record in your DNS to verify you own the…

Checking Nameserver Updates and DNS Propagation

You updated your domain’s nameservers but it still looks like the old ones are active. Don’t panic—this is usually just DNS caching. Here’s how to verify the update actually went through. What’s Happening When you change nameservers, the update doesn’t appear instantly everywhere. Your local device and network might still…

Website Shows Directory Listing After Removing a Domain Forward

You removed a domain forward and now instead of your website, you see a folder listing (“Index of /”). Your site files are there—they’re just not being found. Here’s why and how to fix it. What’s Happening When you had a domain forward or 301 redirect active, the domain was…

Large Error Log Files Consuming Your Disk Space

Your hosting account suddenly shows massive disk usage, but you can’t find what’s taking up the space. The culprit? A bloated error log file hiding in your site’s root directory. What’s Happening Websites generate error logs to record problems—PHP errors, plugin issues, theme conflicts, etc. Normally these files stay small.…

Enabling AutoSSL for a Domain on a Reseller Account

Your domain isn’t showing an SSL certificate? If you’re on a reseller account, AutoSSL can issue and install one automatically. Here’s how to get it set up. What’s Happening Without an active SSL certificate, your domain won’t work over HTTPS. Visitors will see browser security warnings or the connection will…

How to update your domain’s name servers

Name servers tell the internet which hosting provider is responsible for your domain. Updating them is typically required when you move your website or email to a new host. This guide walks you through updating your domain’s name servers via the client portal. Before you begin Make sure you have…

How long does it take for a domain to become active again after suspension?

If a domain has expired and the renewal is paid after the grace period, the website may still appear unavailable for a short time, even though the renewal has been completed. Even though the renewal is virtually instant in most cases, it can take a further 24 hours before you’re…

How to Request DNS Changes

Need to point your domain to a new server? If we manage your DNS, our support team can make the change for you. Here’s exactly what you need to do. You might need a DNS change if: A new hosting provider or developer asked you to point your domain elsewhere…

How to Add a DNS A Record for a Subdomain

When you set up a subdomain – such as clone.yourdomain.com or staging.yourdomain.com for example, you need to create a DNS A record to point it to the correct server. This guide explains what an A record is and how to add one. What is a DNS A Record? A DNS…

Transfer an existing domain registration to Freethought

Before you begin (important for existing services) If there are any active services on your domain (for example, a live website or email accounts), please contact our support team before you request the transfer. We’ll make sure your DNS zone is set up on our side first so that your website…