An add-on domain refers to a separate domain that is hosted on the same hosting account as your primary domain. In web hosting, a hosting account typically allows you to host one primary domain. However, with add-on domains, you can host multiple domains within the same account.
Each add-on domain appears as a separate website with its own unique domain name, content, and files. It shares the resources (such as disk space and bandwidth) of the hosting account with the primary domain but operates independently in terms of its website content and functionality.
Add-on domains are commonly used when you want to manage multiple websites but prefer the convenience of having them all under one hosting account, which can be more cost-effective and easier to manage compared to having separate hosting accounts for each domain.
Addon a Domain Via cPanel
To do this, follow the below steps:
First, you will need to have access to your cPanel. If you are not sure how to access your cPanel, CLICK HERE.
From the main page in cPanel, click the Domains icon This can be found under the Domains
header.
To create your addon Domain.
- In the Domain Name field, enter the domain you would like to create. eg newdomain.com.
- Deselect the Share Document Root checkbox.
- Click Submit to create the new addon domain.
Shortly a message will display to confirm the domain has been created.
Click return to domains to manage the domain.
You can now manage your addon domain and create emails from within the domains manager.
