Namecheap
June 19, 2026

Quick Answer

To set up domain forwarding on Namecheap, log in to your account, go to Domain List, select your domain, and configure Redirect Domain in the Advanced DNS settings. Enter the destination URL and save your changes to forward your domain.

Steps to Set Up Domain Forwarding on Namecheap

1. Log in to your Namecheap account

Go to your Namecheap Acc

Click Sign In

Access your dashboard

2. Open your domain list

Click Domain List

Find the domain you want to manage

Click Manage at the far right of the domain

3. Locate the Renew Option

Go to Redirect Domain under “Domain” on the menu at the top of the screen

Click +Add Redirect shown in red at the bottom

Enter the source and destination URLs

Example: example.com and  https://example.com

4. Save your changes

Click the checkmark icon to save all changes

What Happens Next

Domain forwarding usually starts working within a few minutes, but may take up to a few hours depending on DNS updates.

Common Issues

  1. Forwarding not working
    • Confirm the URL includes http:// or
    • https://
    • Wait for DNS propagation
  2. Domain not redirecting
    • Clear browser cache or test in an incognito window
    • Ensure forwarding is saved and active

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