How to Change Your Wix URL

Changing your Wix URL depends on whether you're using a free Wix domain or want to upgrade to a custom domain. Here's everything you need to know about customizing your website address.

Modifying Your Free Wix URL

Your free Wix website comes with a URL that has two editable components: your account name and your site name. You can update either or both parts to personalize your address.

Changing Your Account Name

To modify the first part of your free Wix URL:

1. Log into your Wix account
2. Click your account name in the top right corner
3. Select "Account Settings"
4. Under "Basic Info," find "Account Name"
5. Enter your new account name
6. Click "Save"

This updates the first portion of your website address across all sites under your account.

Changing Your Site Name

To change the second part of your free Wix URL, you have two methods:

Method 1 - From My Sites Page: Navigate to your "My Sites" page, hover over your site, click the dropdown menu, and select "Rename Site."

Method 2 - From Dashboard: Go to "My Sites," click "Select & Edit Site," find the "Site Actions" dropdown at the top, and click "Rename Site."

Remember that your new site name must be unique and cannot duplicate another website under the same account.

Upgrading to a Custom Domain

For a professional web presence, you'll want to replace your free Wix URL with a custom domain name. You have two options:

Purchase a New Domain Through Wix

1. Navigate to the "Domains" section in your Wix account
2. Click "Buy a Domain"
3. Type your desired domain name and click "Search"
4. If available, click "Get it" to complete the purchase

Connect an Existing Domain

If you already own a domain from another provider:

1. Select "Connect a domain you already own"
2. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the connection process

Assigning Your Custom Domain

After obtaining a custom domain, assign it to your website:

1. Scroll to the "Unassigned Domains" section
2. Click "Assign" next to your new domain
3. Choose your site
4. Decide whether to redirect your old domain or replace the current primary domain

Domain changes can take up to 48 hours to propagate across the internet.

Important Considerations

Critical Limitation: Once you purchase a custom domain through Wix, you cannot change or modify it. If you make a mistake or want a different domain, you must purchase a new one. Always double-check your desired domain name before completing the purchase.

For more detailed guidance on domain management and SEO considerations when changing domains, visit the Wix domain resources.