How to Change Your Nameservers on Nairahost

Nameservers control where your domain points on the internet. If your domain is registered with Nairahost, you can easily point it to Nairahost hosting, another hosting provider, or a custom DNS service. This guide will show you how to change nameservers from your Nairahost client area and which nameservers to use for different Nairahost hosting platforms.

What Are Nameservers?

Nameservers are part of the Domain Name System (DNS). They tell the internet which server is responsible for handling requests for your domain. When someone types your domain name into their browser, it first checks the nameservers, which then direct the traffic to the right hosting server.

Nairahost Nameservers

Nairahost provides different nameserver sets depending on the hosting platform you are using:

• For cPanel hosting:
  ns1.nairahost.cloud
ns2.nairahost.cloud
• For DirectAdmin hosting:
  ns1.nairahost.com.ng
ns2.nairahost.com.ng

Make sure you are using the correct nameservers for the type of hosting account you have purchased. Using the wrong set may cause downtime or routing errors.

Step-by-Step: How to Change Nameservers in Your Client Area

1. Log in to your Nairahost client area.
   Visit the Nairahost website and click on Login. Enter your email address and password to access your dashboard.
2. Navigate to “My Domains”.
   From the main menu, go to Domains and then click My Domains. You will see a list of all domains registered under your account.
3. Select the domain you want to update.
   Click on the Manage button or the settings icon next to the domain you want to modify.
4. Go to the Nameservers section.
   Inside the domain management page, look for the Nameservers tab or section.
5. Choose “Use custom nameservers”.
   If your domain is currently using default registrar nameservers, select the option that allows you to specify custom nameservers.
6. Enter the correct nameservers.
   Enter the exact nameservers you want to use, for example:
   • For cPanel hosting – ns1.nairahost.cloud, ns2.nairahost.cloud
   • For DirectAdmin hosting – ns1.nairahost.com.ng, ns2.nairahost.com.ng
   • For external services – use the nameservers given by that provider.
7. Save your changes.
   Click the Save Changes or Update Nameservers button.

Propagation Time: How Long Before It Works?

After changing your nameservers, DNS changes need time to propagate across the internet. This can take anywhere from a few minutes up to 24–48 hours in some cases. During this period, some visitors may see the old server, while others see the new one.

To speed up your experience, you can:

• Clear your browser cache.
• Flush your local DNS cache on your computer.
• Try accessing your site from a different network or device.

When Should You Change Nameservers?

You typically need to change nameservers in the following situations:

• When moving your website to Nairahost from another provider.
• When pointing your Nairahost-registered domain to external hosting.
• When switching between Nairahost hosting platforms (for example, cPanel to DirectAdmin).
• When using third-party DNS or CDN services like Cloudflare.

Common Issues After Changing Nameservers

If your website is not loading correctly after a nameserver change, check:

• That you typed the nameservers correctly (no missing dots or typos).
• That the hosting account is active and set up correctly.
• That the correct domain is added to your hosting control panel.

If everything seems correct but the site still does not load after 24 hours, contact Nairahost support for assistance. They can verify the DNS settings and help you troubleshoot the issue.

Conclusion

Changing nameservers is a straightforward process once you understand what they do and which values to use. Always double-check that you are using the right Nairahost nameservers for your hosting type, and allow time for DNS propagation. If you are ever unsure, simply reach out to Nairahost support and they will guide you through the setup.