How to Park a Domain on WHM server?

introduction

One common activity in server management is the configuration of a parked domain. A parked domain is actually a secondary domain name or an alias. It points to your main domain. Its principle is that when a visitor attempts to browse the site using the parked site, he/she is automatically redirected to the main site. This feature is easily accessible from the WHM (Web Host Manager) panel.

What is a Parked Domain?

A parked domain is simply a placeholder or an alternative name of an already existing site. It lacks its own unique content and directory. Rather, it redirects all traffic directly to the content of the main domain website. This feature is usually used when a certain user has multiple domain names but wants them to display the same website.

Steps to Park a Domain in WHM

Parking a domain in WHM is an easy administrative operation that is managed in the DNS Functions area. In order to do so, you will need root access. These are the steps to establish the alias.

Log in to WHM Root Account

The first step that you have to follow is to log in to your WHM panel. Use your complete root access account credentials to manage the DNS settings in the server.

Select DNS Functions

When you are already logged in, you can locate the DNS Functions in the main navigation menu. To access the domain name record management tools, click this.

Click on Park a Domain

On the DNS Functions page, there is a Park a Domain link. The simple interface of the Park a Domain tool will open.

Configure the Parking Details

It is necessary to enter the primary domain and the alias domain in the interface.

Select Primary Domain: Under the dropdown menu with the title Domain to park on top of, choose the primary domain option. Choose the primary domain where the parked domain would point to.

Enter Alias Domain: In the Domain to park field, type the new alias or the domain name that you wish to park.

Click Submit: Once the two items of information are filled out properly, tap the Submit button.

Your request will be processed quickly by the system. It will show a success message that the domain is successfully parked.

Note: When you make a decision to park a domain name, it is quite a good idea to ensure that you make a registration of domain name as soon as you can. This will make sure that the alias is well configured and operational even before it is accessed by any visitors.

Conclusion

Parking a domain is a good method of diverting the traffic that is from the secondary domain names towards a primary site. A root user can easily create these aliases using the simple interface of the Park a Domain tool of WHM. This will make certain that all domain names owned will redirect visitors to the same main content.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main difference between an Addon Domain and a Parked Domain?

An Addon Domain creates a separate website with its own content and directory. A Parked Domain is simply an alias that redirects all the traffic to the current content in the main domain.

Does a visitor see the parked domain name or the primary domain name in their browser?

When a visitor accesses a parked domain, they are redirected. Therefore, they will see the primary domain name in their browser’s address bar after the redirection is complete.

What feature in WHM is used to park a domain?

This feature is referred to as Park a Domain. It appears in the DNS Functions section of the WHM navigation menu.

Why is it important to register the parked domain name immediately?

It is important to register the domain name immediately to ensure that you legally own it. This also makes sure that the domain properly resolves on the internet before any potential visitors attempt to access it.

Does the parked domain use the primary domain’s email addresses and settings?

Yes, since the parked domain is just an alias, it uses the primary domain’s website files, email addresses, and all other hosting settings.