Step 1: Setting Up in Blogger

Let's begin with configuring your custom domain in Blogger:

1. Go to Blogger and log in to your account.
2. Select the blog you want to connect the domain to.
3. In the left-hand menu, click on Settings.
4. Under Publishing, find Custom domain and click on it.

5. Enter your domain name, including the "www" part.
6. Click Save.
7. Blogger will display two CNAME records. These are special records that point your domain to your blog's location.

Step 2: Accessing Your Register.lk DNS Panel

Next, let's move over to Register.lk to configure your domain settings:

1. Log in to your Register.lk account.
2. Navigate to Domains and then My Domains.

Step 3: Updating Your Domain's Nameservers (Optional)

This step might not be necessary, depending on your current Register.lk settings. Click here to check which nameservers have been updated. If you need to, you can change your nameservers using following steps.

1. Log into your Register.lk account.
2. Navigate to Domains and select My Domains.
3. Use the drop-down menu next to your domain name.
4. Choose Manage Nameservers.
5. Opt for Use custom nameservers (enter below).
6. Enter the Nameserver details in the appropriate fields and select Change Nameservers.

Please update your nameservers to the following:

• sun.namebirth.com
• moon.namebirth.com

Step 4: Adding CNAME and A Records

Now, let's add the necessary DNS records to point your domain to Blogger:

1. Navigate to the Domains section in the menu bar and select Manage DNS.
2. Locate your domain name and click on Add New Zone next to it.
3. Confirm by clicking Add Zone in the pop-up window.
4. Under the newly added zone, click the Edit Zone button.
5. You can either modify the existing records or delete them all to start a new.
6. To add a new DNS record, simply click on Add Record.

Here's what to add:
CNAME Records (from Step 1):

1. In the NAME field, enter the value displayed for Name in Blogger's error message.
2. In the RDATA field, enter value displayed for Destination.
3. Repeat this process for the second CNAME record, using the values from Blogger.

A Records: Add four A records, each with a different IP address:

• 216.239.32.21
• 216.239.34.21
• 216.239.36.21
• 216.239.38.21

Note: For each A record, enter the IP address in the RDATA field and for the NAME field use the @ symbol to denote the root domain. Once you've added all the records, click Save Changes.

Step 5: Verifying Your Domain in Blogger

Almost done! Note that DNS changes can take up to 24 hours to propagate. After waiting, head back to Blogger: In Settings, select Custom domain and click Save again. Blogger will verify your domain ownership. If everything is set up correctly, you'll see a success message!

Bonus Step: Setting Up Redirects

By default, visitors might still access your blog using the old.blogspot.com address. Set up a redirect in Blogger's Settings under Publishing by selecting Redirect domain. This ensures everyone lands on your new custom domain.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can create a free website using Blogger with a Register.lk domain, giving your blog a more professional appearance and making it easier for your audience to find you. With Register.lk and Blogger, managing your online presence is straightforward and effective. Enjoy your newly connected site! Feel free to follow along each step and take your time to ensure everything is set up correctly. Happy blogging!