How to Connect Namecheap Domain with Hostinger (2025): Step-by-Step Guide with Examples

Step 1: Log in to Your Namecheap Account

  1. Go to the Namecheap website (www.namecheap.com).

  2. Click on the "Sign In" button at the top right corner.

  3. Enter your username and password to log in.

Step 2: Access the Domain List

  1. Once logged in, click on "Account" at the top right corner.

  2. Select "Domain List" from the dropdown menu.

Step 3: Select the Domain You Want to Connect

  1. In the Domain List, find the domain you want to connect to Hostinger.

  2. Click on the "Manage" button next to the domain.

Step 4: Change the Nameservers

  1. In the domain management page, look for the "Nameservers" section.

  2. By default, it might be set to "Namecheap BasicDNS". Click on the dropdown menu and select "Custom DNS".

  3. You will see fields to enter custom nameservers. Enter the following Hostinger nameservers:

  • ns1.dns-parking.com

  • ns2.dns-parking.com

Click the green checkmark to save the changes.

Step 5: Log in to Your Hostinger Account

  1. Go to the Hostinger website (www.hostinger.com).

  2. Click on the "Log In" button at the top right corner.

  3. Enter your email and password to log in.

Step 6: Access the Hosting Control Panel

  1. Once logged in, you will be directed to the Hostinger dashboard.

  2. Click on "Hosting" from the top menu.

  3. Select the hosting plan you want to connect your domain to.

Step 7: Add Your Domain to Hostinger

  1. In the hosting control panel, look for the "Domains" section.

  2. Click on "Add Domain" or "Connect Domain".

  3. Enter your Namecheap domain name and follow the prompts to complete the setup.

Step 8: Verify the Connection

  1. After changing the nameservers, it can take up to 24-48 hours for the changes to propagate globally.

  2. You can verify the connection by visiting your domain in a web browser. If everything is set up correctly, you should see your Hostinger-hosted website.