Can someone help me set up my Cyrillic domain for my Webflow site?

Published on
September 22, 2023

To set up your Cyrillic domain for your Webflow site, you need to follow these steps:

  1. Choose a Domain Registrar: First, you need to select a domain registrar that supports Cyrillic domain names. Some popular registrars that offer support for Cyrillic domains include GoDaddy, Namecheap, and 101domain.

  2. Check Domain Availability: Once you have chosen a domain registrar, use their domain search feature to check if your desired Cyrillic domain name is available. If it's available, proceed to the next steps. If not, you may need to consider alternative domain name options.

  3. Register the Domain: If your desired Cyrillic domain is available, you can proceed with registering it. Follow the registrar's instructions to complete the domain registration process. You may need to provide some personal information and choose a registration period.

  4. Configure DNS Settings: Once you have registered your Cyrillic domain, you need to configure the DNS (Domain Name System) settings. Login to your domain registrar's control panel and locate the DNS settings for your domain. Here, you will need to set up DNS records to point your domain to Webflow's servers.

  5. Obtain Webflow's DNS Settings: In order to configure your DNS correctly, you need to obtain the DNS settings from Webflow. To do this, log in to your Webflow account and go to the Project Settings. Under the Hosting tab, you will find the DNS settings specific to your Webflow site.

  6. Update DNS Records: Using the DNS settings provided by Webflow, go back to your domain registrar's control panel and update the DNS records for your Cyrillic domain. This typically involves creating or modifying A, CNAME, and MX records. Follow the registrar's instructions on how to add or edit these records.

  7. Verify DNS Configuration: After updating the DNS records, wait for the changes to propagate. This process usually takes a few hours, but it might take up to 48 hours. You can use online DNS lookup tools or command-line utilities like nslookup or dig to check if the DNS records have been updated correctly and are pointing to Webflow.

  8. Configure Webflow Hosting: Once the DNS changes have propagated, you need to configure Webflow's hosting settings for your Cyrillic domain. In your Webflow project settings, under the Hosting tab, add the Cyrillic domain to the custom domains list. Then, set the Cyrillic domain as the default domain for your project. Save your changes.

  9. Set Up SSL: To ensure secure communication between your visitors and your website, enable SSL (Secure Socket Layer) for your Cyrillic domain in the Webflow project settings. Under the Hosting tab, click on "Enable SSL" for the Cyrillic domain. Webflow will automatically generate an SSL certificate for your domain.

  10. Test and Launch: Once you have completed all the steps above, it's time to test and launch your Cyrillic domain. Open your browser and enter your Cyrillic domain to see if it loads your Webflow site correctly. Validate that all the pages and assets display as expected. If everything looks good, congratulations! Your Cyrillic domain is now set up for your Webflow site.

Additional Questions:

  1. How can I choose a good Cyrillic domain name for my Webflow site?
  2. Is it possible to have multiple domains pointing to my Webflow site?
  3. Can I set up email accounts using my Cyrillic domain in Webflow?