This article explains how to configure a domain name for IIS on Windows Server. Configuring a domain name for IIS on Windows Server allows you to host websites with a specific, easily accessible address, improving the user experience and professional appearance of your web services.
Let us follow the steps:
- Tap the Windows icon on the desktop and then select the “Control Panel” option.
- Under “Adjust your computer’s settings,” click on “System and Security”, then “Administrative Tools”, and double-click on “Internet Information Services” (IIS) Manager.
- Double-click on your server name, navigate to “Sites”, and from the top-right corner under “Actions”, click on “Add Website”.
- In the Add Website window:
- Enter your domain name.
- Set the Physical path by browsing to the site files, typically located in the inetpub folder.
- Select the Type and IP address fields to use for this website, set TCP Port to 80, and for Hostname, leave it blank if using a dedicated IP or enter “www.yourdomain.com” if not.
- Click “OK” to start the website automatically.
- To test your website, right-click on your domain, select “Manage Website”, and then Browse. Your website should now be displayed.
This is how you can configure a domain name in IIS on Windows Server. If you still encounter any issues, feel free to contact our support staff.