What Is Domain Propagation and Why It Takes Time

Ever updated your DNS settings and had to wait hours for your website to show up correctly? That’s called domain propagation, and it’s completely normal.

When you change nameservers or DNS records, those updates need to spread across the internet — from your registrar to global DNS servers.

It usually takes a few hours, but sometimes up to 48 hours. During that time, your site may appear differently depending on the user’s location or device.

To speed it up, clear your browser cache or flush your DNS. But ultimately, it's just a matter of waiting it out.

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