Why is my website still getting redirected to a different domain after transferring to Godaddy and setting up A records and a CNAME as instructed by Webflow?

TL;DR
  • Confirm DNS changes have propagated using a DNS checker.
  • Double-check A and CNAME records for accuracy.
  • Clear browser cache to remove outdated versions of your site.
  • Ensure correct Webflow settings, including default domain configuration.
  • Verify no unwanted forwarding rules exist in Godaddy settings.
  • Check Webflow for unintended 301 redirects.
  • Ensure HTTPS is correctly set up to avoid redirect issues.

Your website might still redirect to a different domain due to several common misconfigurations or caching issues. Here's how to address these issues:

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1. Check DNS Propagation

  • DNS changes can take time to propagate globally, often up to 48 hours. Use a DNS propagation checker to see if your changes have updated worldwide.

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2. Verify A Records and CNAME

  • Ensure you've accurately entered the A records: (a) 75.2.70.75, (b) 99.83.190.102 for Webflow.
  • Check that the CNAME record points to the correct Webflow subdomain for your site (e.g., yoursite.webflow.io).

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3. Clear Browser Cache

  • Clear your browser's cache to ensure it's not loading an outdated version of your site.

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4. Confirm Webflow Settings

  • In your Webflow project's hosting settings, ensure the Custom Domain is correctly configured and that it's set as the default domain.

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5. Check Godaddy Forwarding Settings

  • Verify that no domain forwarding rules are set on Godaddy that could be redirecting your traffic elsewhere.

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6. Look for Redirects in Webflow

  • Ensure there are no 301 redirects set within Webflow's hosting settings that might point to another domain.

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7. Verify HTTPS Settings

  • If HTTPS is enabled, ensure it's set up correctly. A misconfiguration could redirect users to an incorrect domain.

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Summary

Revisit and verify your DNS records, check Godaddy settings for any unwanted forwarding, and ensure Webflow's project settings are correctly configured. These steps should help you resolve any improper domain redirection issues.

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