you can sell domains and offer your clients the option to use Wix to develop websites for those domains. Here’s how it works:
How to Sell Domains and Enable Wix Usage
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Sell Domains as a Registrar or Reseller:
- Partner with a registrar like CentralNic, Enom, or Hexonet, or use platforms like WHMCS to manage domain sales.
- Offer domain registration, transfers, and renewal services to your clients.
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Provide DNS Management Options:
- Ensure that clients have access to DNS settings for their domains. This allows them to point their domain to Wix or any other platform.
- Clients will need to update their domain’s CNAME records or A records to connect the domain to Wix.
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Inform Clients About Wix Setup:
- Wix provides step-by-step guides for connecting a domain, including DNS configuration.
- Clients can also use Wix’s domain connection wizard during their website setup.
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Optional Add-On Services:
- Offer support for configuring DNS records if clients find it challenging.
- Provide additional hosting or email services for clients who need more than just Wix website development.
Steps Clients Follow to Use Wix with Their Domains
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Choose a Wix Plan:
- Clients need a Premium Wix Plan to connect a custom domain.
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Update DNS Records:
- Option 1: Update CNAME and A records at your domain control panel to point to Wix’s servers.
- Option 2: Transfer the domain to Wix, allowing them to manage DNS settings.
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Complete the Connection:
- Wix verifies the DNS settings, and the domain is live with the Wix website.
Advantages of This Approach
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Flexibility:
- Clients can choose between using Wix or other platforms while you maintain domain sales and management.
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Customer Satisfaction:
- Offering Wix as an option appeals to clients looking for an easy-to-use website builder.
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Additional Revenue Streams:
- You can upsell services like DNS management, email hosting, or premium support.
Tools and Platforms to Facilitate This Setup
- WHMCS + Reseller Hosting: Manage domain sales and DNS configurations easily.
- Hexonet API: Automate domain sales and management.
- CentralNic's Platform: Integrates domain management with reselling capabilities.