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Can I change my domain name on Wix?

Yes, you can change your domain name on Wix, but there are important details and limitations you should understand.

Understanding Domain Changes on Wix

You cannot edit or rename a domain after purchase. If you want a different domain name, you must purchase a new one and assign it to your site. However, free Wix subdomains can be changed at any time within your account settings.

How to Change Your Domain on Wix

Changing Your Free Wix Subdomain

If you're using a free Wix subdomain (like yoursite.wixsite.com), you can change it easily:

  1. Navigate to Account Settings and select Basic Info
  2. Edit the Site URL prefix (the part before .wixsite.com)
  3. Click Save to apply your changes

Purchasing a New Custom Domain

To get a custom domain name:

  1. Upgrade to a premium Wix plan (required for custom domains)
  2. Go to the Domains section in your dashboard
  3. Click Buy a Domain and search for your desired name
  4. Complete the purchase and assign the new domain to your site

Connecting an Existing Domain

If you already own a domain elsewhere:

  1. Go to Settings and then Domains
  2. Select Connect a domain you already own
  3. Follow the prompts to connect your external domain to your Wix site

Replacing Your Primary Domain

Once you have a new domain:

  1. Find your new domain under Unassigned Domains in the Domains section
  2. Click Assign and choose your site
  3. You can either redirect the new domain to your current primary domain or replace the current primary domain with the new one

Important Considerations

SEO Impact: Changing domains can affect your search engine rankings. Set up 301 redirects from your old domain to the new one to preserve your SEO performance. Learn more about domain management best practices on Wix.

Keep Your Old Domain Active: Maintain your old domain for at least a year after switching to help with SEO and allow users time to transition.

Premium Plans Required: Custom domains are only available with premium Wix plans.

No Domain Editing: Remember that you cannot edit a purchased domain name after buying it, so double-check your spelling before completing the purchase.

Changing your domain name on Wix is straightforward once you understand the process, but careful planning and implementation of redirects will help ensure a smooth transition without losing traffic or search rankings.