Why can’t I see the hosting on GoDaddy?

Short Answer: Your website might not be hosted on GoDaddy. Although you purchased your domain from GoDaddy, the actual hosting is located somewhere else.

Full Explanation

When you buy a domain from GoDaddy, it means you own the website address, but it doesn’t necessarily mean that GoDaddy is where your website is hosted. Hosting is the service that stores your website’s files and makes your site available on the internet. If you can’t see hosting details in your GoDaddy account, it could be because the hosting is set up with a different company or provider. This separation between domain registration and hosting services is quite common.

Step-by-Step Breakdown

Domain Purchase: You purchase your domain name through GoDaddy.
Hosting Setup: You may choose to host your website with GoDaddy or another hosting provider.
Different Providers: If you host your website elsewhere, your hosting details won’t appear in your GoDaddy account.
Website Availability: Your domain points to your hosting server, regardless of where the hosting is located.

Real Examples

If you bought a domain from GoDaddy but use a hosting company like Bluehost, SiteGround, or any other provider, your hosting information will be managed through that provider’s platform. GoDaddy will only manage your domain registration but not the stored website files.

Common Mistakes

Assuming buying a domain means your hosting is automatically with the same company.
Checking GoDaddy for hosting details when the hosting is set up with a different provider.
Confusing domain registration management with hosting management.

FAQs

Can I manage my hosting from GoDaddy if I bought the domain there?
Only if your hosting service is also with GoDaddy. Otherwise, you need to manage hosting where you set it up.

How do I know where my website is hosted?
You can check your domain’s DNS settings or contact the service provider managing your hosting.

Key Takeaways

Purchasing a domain on GoDaddy does not mean your hosting is on GoDaddy.
Your hosting can be managed by a different provider.
To see and manage hosting, you must access the provider where your website files are hosted.