Connect Your Website to Your Domain Name
Launch your website by connecting your domain name to your Real Geeks website
Launching your website is crucial for making it accessible to the public and establishing credibility for your business's brand. This process involves updating your domain's DNS Nameservers to direct users to your Real Geeks website.
Follow these instructions to make the necessary adjustments to your website, so you can start generating new leads and attracting potential clients to your real estate business.
Before Launching Your Website
Do you use a Domain Email?
This is an email that matches your domain name (i.e: www.yourdomain.com → admin@yourdomain.com)
If yes, your email may go down if you do not notify support.
Contact us by giving us a call at 844-311-4969 or email support@realgeeks.com to ensure the correct MX Records for your email service.
We recommend avoiding changes overnight or on weekends, as our support team will not be available to finalize them. Please reach out to Support after completing the steps below.
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How To: Launch Your Website
This section walks you through the exact steps needed to connect your domain and make your Real Geeks Website live.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Purchase a domain name
You’ll need a domain name to launch your website. This is the address people type into their browser to find you.- If you haven’t chosen one yet, use our guide on how to choose the right domain name for your real estate business to help you decide.
- Log in to your domain registrar
- Your domain registrar is where you purchased your domain. Common registrars include:
- Locate your domain’s Nameserver settings
Inside your registrar account, find the DNS or Nameserver section for your domain. Each registrar labels this slightly differently. - Replace existing Nameservers with the Real Geeks Nameservers
Enter the following exactly as shown:- ns1.rgnameserver.com
- ns2.rgnameserver.com
- ns3.rgnameserver.com
- ns4.rgnameserver.com
- Save your changes
Once saved, your registrar will begin updating your domain connection. - Notify Real Geeks Support
Call us right away at 844-311-4969 or email support@realgeeks.com after updating your Nameservers so we can complete the final steps on our end and confirm your site is live.
Best Practices
Following these recommendations helps ensure a smooth launch without interruptions.
- Notify support before changing Nameservers if you use a domain-based email
- Avoid launching overnight or on weekends to prevent email downtime
- Double-check spelling when entering Nameservers
- Expect propagation time to vary by registrar
- Keep your registrar login accessible during launch in case updates are needed
Troubleshooting
If your website does not appear live right away, this is usually normal.
- Nameserver changes can take up to 48 hours to fully propagate
- Many websites go live within 1–2 hours, depending on the registrar
- You can still access your CRM and developer website during this time
- If your website is unavailable after 24 hours, contact support
Frequently Asked Questions
What are MX Records?
MX Records (Mail Exchange Records) tell the internet where your domain’s email should be delivered. These records must be preserved if you want to continue receiving emails at your domain.
Will my email stop working during launch?
Only if you use a domain-based email and do not notify support first. We can copy your existing MX Records before the switch to prevent downtime.
Can I launch without a domain?
No. A domain is required to make your website publicly accessible.
Can I change my domain later?
Yes, but the same precautions apply if you use a domain-based email.
Need Help?
- Call us at 844-311-4969 (Mon–Fri, 8 AM–8 PM CST)
- Email support@realgeeks.com
- Visit Real Geeks University for free video courses
- Join the Real Geeks Mastermind on Facebook for peer tips and best practices