An addon domain is an extra domain that you host inside the same hosting account as your primary website.
Key Points
- It allows one hosting account to serve multiple websites with different domain names.
- Each addon domain usually points to its own document root, so the files remain separated from the main site.
- Addon domains are useful for small business projects, landing pages or side brands managed under one account.
- They still share the same hosting resources unless you move them to separate accounts or servers.
- If one site becomes resource-heavy, upgrading to separate hosting may be the cleaner option.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is an addon domain the same as a parked domain?
No. A parked domain usually points to an existing website, while an addon domain can host its own separate website.
Do addon domains need their own SSL?
Yes. Each live domain should have valid SSL coverage if it serves a website over HTTPS.
Can addon domains hurt performance?
They can if too many busy sites share one small hosting plan.
Need More Help?
If you need help with domains, hosting, email, DNS or transfers, contact Toothless Domains support with the exact domain name and the issue you want solved.
