How to Check If Your Website is Live Without Changing DNS Records

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Create a Subdomain in cPanel

To quickly test your website's availability, you can create a subdomain that points directly to your public files.

a. Log into cPanel

• Open your web browser and navigate to your cPanel URL (e.g., https://example.com/cpanel).

b. Access the Domains Section

• Once logged in, click on the "Domains" icon in the left sidebar.

c. Create a Subdomain

• Click on "Subdomains" under the domains list.
• Enter a subdomain name (e.g., test.example.com).
• From the dropdown, select the document root as /home/username/public_html.

2. Utilize an Online Proxy Service

If you need immediate access without waiting for DNS changes, use a proxy service.

a. Choose a Reliable Proxy

• Select a trusted proxy provider (e.g., Cloudflare Tunnel or Ngrok).
• Ensure the service supports domain mapping and offers secure connections.

b. Configure the Proxy

• Follow the provider's instructions to set up your subdomain.
• Test access using the provided URL to confirm functionality.

3. Verify Your Setup

• After configuring, visit your subdomain to ensure it loads correctly.
• Check if all resources load without errors or timeouts.