Add Blogger Records to Hostinger in Minutes 2026

You have a Blogger blog and want to point it to a domain you're hosting with Hostinger. The process involves adding specific A records from Blogger to Hostinger so your custom domain works properly. This guide covers the exact steps, what each record does, and what to watch out for.

The whole thing takes about 30 minutes total, though DNS changes can take extra time to spread across the internet. You'll need to work inside two separate dashboards: your Blogger account and your Hostinger hPanel. Don't worry, the process is straightforward once you know where to look.

Before you start

Before touching any settings, make sure you have these things ready. Missing one can stall the whole process.

• Your Blogger blog must already be set up and published. You need the blog URL or the blog ID.
• You need your Hostinger login credentials and access to the hPanel dashboard.
• The domain you want to use must be registered and added to your Hostinger account. If it's registered elsewhere, you'll need to point its nameservers to Hostinger first.
• Keep a note of the four A record IP addresses Blogger gives you. They don't change often, but always copy the ones from your own Blogger dashboard.

How to add records from Blogger to Hostinger

The core task is getting the right DNS records into Hostinger's zone editor. Blogger gives you a set of IP addresses (A records) and a CNAME record. You'll copy each one into Hostinger's DNS settings.

Step 1: Find your Blogger DNS records

Log in to your Blogger account at blogger.com. Go to the "Settings" menu for the blog you want to connect. Scroll down to the "Custom Domain" section.

Click the box that says "Add a custom domain" or "Set up a third-party URL for your blog."

Blogger will display a list of A records and a CNAME record. Copy these down exactly. You'll see four A record IP addresses and one CNAME entry.

Keep this tab open.

Note: the IP addresses are usually 216.239.32.21, 216.239.34.21, 216.239.36.21, and 216.239.38.21, but always check your own page.

Step 2: Log in to Hostinger hPanel

Open a new tab and go to hostinger.com. Sign in with your account credentials. You'll land on the hPanel dashboard.

This is where you manage your hosting, domains, and DNS settings.

Step 3: Go to the DNS Zone Editor

In the hPanel sidebar, find and click "Domains." A list of your registered domains appears. Click the "Manage" button next to the domain you want to use for your Blogger blog.

On the domain management page, look for "DNS Zone Editor" or "DNS / Nameservers." Click it. You'll see a table of existing DNS records for that domain.

Step 4: Delete old A records if they exist

Before adding new records, check if any A records already exist in the zone editor. If you see an A record pointing to an IP address that isn't one of the Blogger IPs, delete it. Having conflicting A records stops your domain from working correctly.

Find the row with type "A" and a hostname of "@" or your bare domain. Click the delete icon next to it. Confirm the deletion.

Important: do not delete any MX records (for email) or NS records unless you're sure you don't need them. Deleting the wrong record breaks your email or domain resolution.

Step 5: Add the first A record

Click the "Add Record" button. A form appears. For the first A record, use these values:

• Type: A
• Name: @ (this represents your bare domain, like example.com)
• Points to: the first IP address from Blogger (e.g., 216.239.32.21)
• TTL: 14400 (or leave the default)

Click "Save" or "Add Record." The record appears in the list.

Step 6: Add the remaining three A records

Repeat the process for the other three Blogger IP addresses. Each time, use the same "Name" value of "@" and the next IP address from your list. Add all four.

They all point to the same bare domain but to different IPs for redundancy.

After adding all four, your zone editor shows four A records with the same hostname but different IP addresses. This is correct.

Wait time: DNS changes can take up to 24 hours to propagate worldwide. Most updates show within an hour, but plan a full day buffer.

Step 7: Add the CNAME record for www

Blogger also needs a CNAME record so visitors using "www.yourdomain.com" reach your blog. Click "Add Record" again and set:

• Type: CNAME
• Name: www
• Points to: ghs.google.com (this is the standard Google host)

Save this record. Now both your bare domain and the www version point to Blogger.

Step 8: Go back to Blogger to verify the domain

Return to your Blogger tab. In the "Custom Domain" section, enter your full domain name (like example.com) into the text box. Click "Save" or "Add."

Blogger attempts to verify the domain. If everything is set up correctly, it confirms the domain is added. If it shows an error, double-check the A records and CNAME you added in Hostinger.

Important: Blogger may show a "domain not verified" warning for up to 24 hours while DNS propagates. This is normal. Wait a few hours and try again.

What to do if something goes wrong

Even careful setups hit snags. Here are the most common issues and their fixes.

Problem: Blogger says the domain can't be verified.

Fix: Check that all four A records are present in Hostinger's zone editor and that none of the IP addresses are misspelled. Also make sure you didn't delete the default NS records. If the records look correct, wait 2-4 hours for DNS propagation and try again.

Problem: The domain loads but shows a blank page or an error.

Fix: This usually means the CNAME record for "www" is missing or points to the wrong host. Confirm it points to ghs.google.com exactly. Also check that your Blogger blog is set to public, not private.

Problem: The bare domain works but www.example.com doesn't.

Fix: Add a CNAME record for "www" if you haven't already. In the Hostinger zone editor, make sure the CNAME has a Name of "www" and Points to of "ghs.google.com." Some setups also need a forwarding rule in the "Redirects" section of hPanel, but the CNAME alone usually covers it.

What happens next

Once DNS propagation finishes, visitors typing your domain see your Blogger blog. You can manage the blog content entirely through Blogger, but the domain is hosted on Hostinger's DNS servers.

Your Hostinger account handles the DNS only for this setup. The actual blog files stay on Blogger's servers. This means you can make changes to your blog posts and layout through Blogger, and they update in real time.

If you plan to switch from Blogger to a self-hosted WordPress site later, Hostinger's hosting plans support that migration. You'd install WordPress through hPanel and move your content over. For now, the A record setup keeps your blog running on your custom domain without breaking existing traffic.

If you need to manage email for the same domain, add MX records in the Hostinger zone editor. Blogger doesn't provide email hosting, so you'd set up email through Hostinger or another provider separately.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to change nameservers at my domain registrar?

Only if the domain isn't already using Hostinger's nameservers. If you registered the domain through Hostinger, the nameservers are already correct. If you registered elsewhere, update the nameservers at your registrar to Hostinger's nameservers before adding the A records.

How long does it take for the new DNS records to work?

DNS propagation typically takes between 1 and 24 hours. Most changes appear within a few hours. The TTL value you set (14400 seconds = 4 hours) affects how quickly updates spread.

Shorter TTLs speed things up but can increase load on DNS servers.

Can I use my domain with both Blogger and Hostinger hosting?

Yes, but only one service handles the content. The A records point the domain to Blogger's IPs, so the blog content comes from Blogger. You can use Hostinger for other subdomains, email hosting, or a separate website on a different subdomain like shop.yourdomain.com.

Will adding these records break my existing email?

No, as long as you don't delete the MX records. MX records control where email for your domain goes. If you see MX records in the zone editor, leave them alone.

If you don't have any MX records and need email, add them through Hostinger's Email section.

If you're setting up a new Hostinger account for the first time, check the current plans to see what fits your needs. This Hostinger coupon code gives you a discount on your first payment. It covers the DNS zone editor and any hosting features you add later.

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