Domain shows as “Active” but still prompts me to “Point to WordPress”

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    leetidwell · Member ·

    I have destinyrules.net and I just transferred destinyrules.org. The destinyrules.org still points back to the older host, how do I fix this? Thanks in advance

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    aisajib · Member ·

    Hi there!

    It looks like the domain destinyrules.org still has custom IP addresses pointing it to a different host. You’ll want to go into the DNS records for this domain and remove all A records that have custom IP addresses. Within 72 hours of removing those custom IP addresses, it will start loading your WordPress.com site. You can then set it as the primary address on your site.

    Please check out the links below for instructions:

    WP
    Domains » Manage Your DNS Records
    in WordPress.com Support
    4 min read
    DNS records are special settings that control what people see when they visit your domain. They also allow you to connect your domain to third-party services such as an email provider. This guide will show you how to add, remove, and change your domain’s DNS records. Reasons for Editing DNS Records You may want to edit the DNS for your domain if you are: Verifying your ownership of a d
    WP
    Domains » Set a Primary Address
    in WordPress.com Support
    3 min read
    Your primary site address is the domain that people will see in their browser’s address bar when visiting your site. It is the address you use to promote your website. Requirements To use a domain as your site’s primary address, you will need: A domain registered or connected to WordPress.com. Any paid WordPress.com plan. With a paid WordPress.com plan, you can set a custom do

    Hope that helps! Feel free to let us know if you have more questions.

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