This guide applies when the domain itself is registered with GoDaddy. Changing nameservers changes where the domain's DNS zone is managed, so only make this change when Toolbelt Websites has asked you to and has supplied the exact nameserver values.
Before you start
Have the nameserver details supplied to you by Toolbelt Websites ready. If you are not sure what nameservers do, read What are nameservers? first.
Change the nameservers in GoDaddy
- Sign in to your GoDaddy Domain Portfolio ↗.
- Select the domain you want to change. This opens its Domain Settings page.
- Select DNS, then select Nameservers.
- Choose I'll use my own nameservers.
- Enter the nameserver details supplied to you by Toolbelt Websites. Check every value carefully before continuing.
- Select Save, then Continue to confirm the update.
- If GoDaddy asks you to verify your identity because Domain Protection is enabled, complete the security check shown in your account.
Important: changing nameservers can affect email
Changing nameservers moves control of the DNS zone. That zone can contain the records used by your website, business email, domain verification and other services.
Do not change nameservers unless Toolbelt Websites has confirmed the new DNS setup is ready. In particular, do not remove or recreate MX, TXT or other email-related records by trial and error. See Will changing my website affect my email? for more context.
What happens after you save?
GoDaddy says most DNS updates take effect within an hour, but changes can take up to 48 hours to update globally. Different networks can therefore see different results for a period after the change.
Read What is DNS propagation? and How long do DNS changes take? if you want to understand why this happens.
Official GoDaddy resource
GoDaddy also publishes current instructions for this area of its control panel. If the interface has changed since this Toolbelt Websites guide was updated, use the provider's own documentation as the authoritative interface reference.
Last updated: 8 September 2026