How to Manage Multiple Domains with KnownHost

As your business grows, the number of domains you manage grows too. Landing pages, campaign URLs, microsites, test environments, and plenty of idle domains all start to pile up. Without a system in place, things get messy fast. Renewals get missed. DNS records fall out of sync. SSL coverage lapses. And the security risks increase.

That’s where KnownHost comes in. We give you control over your domain portfolio with powerful tools, centralized infrastructure, and automation that works in the background. Whether you’re managing client domains at an agency, juggling internal assets in IT, or running multiple environments for software projects, we help you keep everything running smoothly without overcomplicating your workflow.

1. Map What You Own and Consolidate It

The first step is knowing exactly what domains you have and where they’re hosted. Many companies collect domains across different registrars over time, which makes basic tasks like renewals or DNS updates harder than necessary.

With KnownHost, you can bring everything into one view. Use WHM’s Zone Editor to manage DNS records and Client Portal to track renewals for KnownHost-registered domains. Whether it’s a core brand site, a landing page, or a staging subdomain, you can categorize and manage it accordingly. 

If you have domains registered elsewhere, that’s not a problem. Point them to KnownHost and you can still manage them using our tools. You’ll get centralized DNS control, automated SSL, and renewal reminders, even if we aren’t the registrar.

Note: Full renewal tracking is only available for domains registered through KnownHost.

2. Manage DNS from One Place

One of the biggest frustrations in domain management is having to jump between different control panels just to update DNS records. KnownHost solves that by letting you manage everything from one interface.

With WHM and cPanel, you can configure DNS for all your domains in one place. You can apply standard settings like mail records per domain quickly and consistently using reusable templates in cPanel.

Need to delegate tasks? You can give DNS-only access to team members so developers or support staff can make updates without giving them full server access.

3. Automatic Security

Security is critical when you’re managing multiple domains. We make it automatic.

AutoSSL installs and renews certificates for you, so every domain hosted with us uses HTTPS without any extra effort. That way, you won’t have to stress about expiring certs.

Each server also comes with a preconfigured CSF firewall that blocks common threats and brute-force attempts. If you need stronger protection, Imunify360 adds real-time malware scanning and advanced security features across all your hosted domains.

Note: Immunify360 is only available for Shared/Reseller plans and is not included by default.

You can also enable two-factor authentication for WHM and cPanel to prevent unauthorized access. And with JetBackup, your data is backed up daily or weekly, giving you restore points whenever you need them.

4. Boost SEO and Speed

Poor domain configuration can damage search rankings and frustrate visitors. We can help you avoid issues like insecure redirects and mixed content errors.

Using cPanel, you can enforce HTTPS and set up proper redirects with minimal effort. If certain domains are more important, you can assign dedicated IPs to isolate email reputation or meet specific SSL requirements..

All KnownHost servers run on LiteSpeed Web Server, which delivers fast page loads right out of the box. Combined with LiteSpeed Cache, your sites stay fast and SEO-friendly. On VPS/dedicated plans, lightweight domains like microsites can also be separated into individual accounts so they don’t affect the performance of larger projects.

5. Automate What You Can

Manual domain management doesn’t scale. The more domains you have, the greater the risk of missing something important.

KnownHost uses automation to reduce that burden. SSL provisioning, renewal tracking (for domains registered with KnownHost), and backups all run automatically. AutoSSL and JetBackup handle your security and disaster recovery, which minimizes manual oversight with scheduled automation.

We also monitor uptime and respond to hardware or network issues before they affect your visitors. In multi-domain setups, catching things early isn’t just helpful, it can save you hours of troubleshooting.

6. Built for Teamwork

Managing domains usually involves a team. Developers, marketers, designers, and IT staff all need access, but not to everything.

KnownHost supports detailed permission settings. You can give each team member access to specific cPanel accounts, while keeping sensitive admin features restricted. Agencies and MSPs can use Reseller Hosting to create separate hosting environments for clients or departments, keeping everything neatly organized and secure.

7. Ready for Growth

Whether you’re spinning up a few new sites or consolidating dozens of domains, KnownHost grows with you. Our shared, reseller, and VPS can all be upgraded without downtime or messy migrations. You can manage all types of domains including .com, .io, .dev, .blog, and many others using the same tools. 

Final Checklist: Multiple Domain Management with KnownHost

To keep your domains secure and running smoothly, we recommend:

• Tracking renewal dates in the Client Portal (for domains registered with KnownHost)
• Enabling AutoSSL and JetBackup for every domain
• Documenting configurations through notes or external documentation tools
• Assigning dedicated IPs for email reputation isolation
• Enforcing two-factor authentication and active firewall protection

Why KnownHost?

We’ve built our platform for businesses that take domain management seriously. Whether you’re handling ten domains or ten thousand, we provide automated SSL, strong security, full-featured backups, DNS tools, and round-the-clock U.S.-based support. We help you cut through the clutter, protect your assets, and stay ready for what’s next.

Let KnownHost turn your domain chaos into a high-performance system you can count on.