Connect your radio to your own domain

Connect Your Radio Station to Your Own Domain: Goodbye to WHMSONIC's Default URL

Setting up your own online radio station is an exciting step, and using your own domain for your stream elevates the professionalism and branding of your project. Instead of relying on WHMSONIC's default URL, such as http://servidor.whmsonic.com:8000/live, this article will guide you step-by-step so you can direct your listeners to a cleaner, more memorable, and professional address, like radio.yourdomain.com or stream.yourdomain.com.

A custom domain not only improves your radio's image but also makes it easier for your listeners to find and remember your station. Furthermore, it reinforces your brand and gives you total control over how your content is presented online. This process is fundamental for any station looking to establish a solid and professional presence in the digital world.

Prerequisites

• A registered custom domain (e.g., with PlatiniumHost or any other registrar).
• An active WHMSONIC streaming service (preferably hosted with PlatiniumHost for easier integration).
• Access to your domain's control panel (cPanel if your domain is hosted with PlatiniumHost, or your registrar's DNS panel).

Step 1: Obtain Your WHMSONIC Server's IP Address

To point your domain to your streaming service, you first need the IP address of the server where your WHMSONIC resides. This IP is the unique identification of your server on the internet.

• You can find this IP in the welcome email for your PlatiniumHost streaming service.
• It is also usually visible in your WHMSONIC control panel, often in the "Server Information" or "Account Details" section.
• If you have difficulty locating it, do not hesitate to contact PlatiniumHost technical support, who will be happy to provide it to you.

Step 2: Configure an A Record in Your Domain

An A record (Address Record) is a type of DNS record that maps a domain name to the numerical IP address of a server. In this step, we will tell your domain that the subdomain you choose (e.g., radio.yourdomain.com) should point to your WHMSONIC server's IP.

1. Access DNS Management: If your domain is hosted with PlatiniumHost and you use cPanel, log in to your cPanel. Look for the "