How to Connect .com.np Domain to Blogger

Step-by-step guide to registering a free .com.np domain and connecting it to Google Blogger with custom DNS configuration.

2022-06-24 · 2 min read · 328 words · difficulty: Intermediate

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Nepal’s .com.np domain is free for Nepali citizens and organizations. This guide shows how to register and connect it to Google Blogger.

Prerequisites

  • Citizenship/Passport - Scanned copy
  • Email & Phone - For verification
  • Google Account - For Blogger
  • Domain Name Idea - Check availability

Step 1: Register .com.np Domain

1. Visit Register.com.np

Go to: https://register.com.np

2. Check Availability

Enter desired domain (e.g., yourname.com.np)

3. Fill Registration Form

FieldDetails
DomainYour chosen .com.np
NameAs per citizenship
EmailValid email
PhoneNepali number
CitizenshipUpload scan (max 2MB)
PurposePersonal/Business/Organization

4. Submit & Wait

  • Processing: 1-3 business days
  • Approval: Email notification
  • Login: Credentials sent via email

Step 2: Configure DNS for Blogger

1. Login to Register.com.np

Use credentials from approval email.

2. Manage Domain → DNS Management

3. Add Custom Resource Records

For root domain (yourdomain.com.np):

TypeHostValueTTL
A@216.239.32.213600
A@216.239.34.213600
A@216.239.36.213600
A@216.239.38.213600

For www subdomain (www.yourdomain.com.np):

TypeHostValueTTL
CNAMEwwwghs.google.com3600

4. Save Changes

DNS propagation: Up to 24-48 hours (usually faster)

Step 4: Configure Blogger

1. Open Blogger Settings

Go to: Settings → Custom Domain

2. Enter Your Domain

Type: www.yourdomain.com.np → Save

3. Fix Redirect Error (If Appears)

If “Authority not found” error:

  1. Blogger shows two CNAME records needed
  2. Copy both Name/Label and Destination/Target
  3. Add to Register.com.np DNS:
    • CNAME 1: www → ghs.google.com
    • CNAME 2: (Blogger’s unique code) → (Blogger’s unique target)
  4. Save DNS → Wait → Refresh Blogger

4. Enable HTTPS

Settings → HTTPS → ✅ HTTPS Availability → ✅ HTTPS Redirect

Step 5: Verify

Visit: https://www.yourdomain.com.np

Should show your Blogger blog with valid SSL.

Common Issues

IssueSolution
“Domain not registered”Wait for DNS propagation (24-48h)
“CNAME mismatch”Check exact values from Blogger
SSL not workingEnable in Blogger settings, wait 1h
Email not receivedCheck spam, verify citizenship upload

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