How to Test New Website Hosting Before Changing DNS
How to Test New Website Hosting Before Changing DNS When moving a website to new hosting, changing DNS too early can cause problems like downtime or broken pages. A safer way is to test the new hosting first using the hosts file.This method is commonly used by developers and web agencies, including Nokor-Web. What Is the Hosts File? The hosts file is a file on your computer that tells your browser:“Open this domain using this IP address.”If a domain is listed in the hosts file, your computer will ignore DNS and go directly to the specified server. How to Edit the Hosts File (Windows) 1. Open Notepad as Administrator2. Go to:C:WindowsSystem32driversetc 3. Open the file named hosts4. Add your IP and domain:123.45.67.89 examplehotel.com 123.45.67.89 www.examplehotel.com5. Save the file Why Use Hosts File for Testing? Using the hosts file helps you:- Test a new hosting server safely – See the website before going live – Avoid downtime for real visitors – Fix issues before DNS changesUsing the hosts file helps you: When to Remove It After testing is complete and DNS is updated:- Remove the entries from the hosts file – Flush DNS if needed – The website will work normally for everyone Final Tip from Nokor-Web Testing new hosting with the hosts file is a safe and professional way to move a website. It helps prevent errors and ensures everything works correctly before going live.At Nokor-Web, we always recommend this method for smooth website migration. Recent Post How to Test New Website Hosting Before Changing DNS How Digital Solutions Help Businesses Work Smarter The Role of Technology in Growing Modern Businesses Catalog Sample Design in Cambodia Website Development Australia Canada Expanding from Japan or Korea to Cambodia: Build Your Online Presence
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