Knowledge Base

Managing DNS Settings and Custom Nameservers

After registering or transferring your domain to CoLi Link, the next step is "pointing" it to your server. This is done through DNS (Domain Name System). Whether you are using our shared hosting or a powerful VDS in our Accra hub, here is how to manage your records.

• Standard Hosting: Use our default CoLi Link nameservers (e.g., ns1.coliserver.com and ns2.coliserver.com).
• External VPS/VDS: If you are using a custom control panel (like cPanel or CyberPanel) on your VDS, you may want to set up Custom Nameservers (e.g., ns1.yourbrand.com).

1. Log in to your CoLi Link Dashboard.
2. Navigate to Domains > My Domains.
3. Click on the wrench icon (Manage) next to your domain.
4. Select Nameservers from the sidebar.
5. Choose "Use custom nameservers" and enter the values provided for your server.
6. Click Change Nameservers.

• A Record: Points your domain to your server's IP address (e.g., 102.x.x.x).
• MX Record: Directs your emails to a provider like Google Workspace or Microsoft 365.
• CNAME: Used for subdomains like blog.yourcompany.gh.
• TXT Record: Used for security verification (SPF, DKIM) to prevent your emails from going to spam.