Overview

This article provides information around moving a subdomain from an A-Record to a CNAME on HostGator.

Solution

Follow the instructions provided below to move a Subdomain from an A-Record to CNAME in HostGator:

1. Log in to your HostGator cpanel. 

2. Navigate to the Domains section of your panel.

3. Select Advanced DNS Zone Editor.
   
   

4. Add a CNAME Record.
   
   

5. In the Name field, enter your chosen prefix. (Ex. login, cms).

6. In the CNAME field, enter cms.mobileapphelper.com.

7. Click Add CNAME Record.

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Testing

You will have successfully moved your subdomain from an A-Record entry to a CNAME one in HostGator Registrar.