Do I need to buy a separate custom domain from vendors like Google or Go Daddy in order to have a web address of my name.com instead of name.webflow.io on a CMS site plan?
Yes, if you want to have a custom domain like yourname.com instead of the default webflow.io subdomain, you will need to purchase a separate custom domain from a domain registrar like Google Domains or GoDaddy. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to use a custom domain with Webflow:
Choose and purchase a custom domain: Use a domain registrar like Google Domains or GoDaddy to search for and purchase a domain that suits your needs.
Access your DNS settings: After purchasing a domain, you'll need to access your DNS (Domain Name System) settings. This is where you can configure your domain to point to your Webflow site.
Add a CNAME record: In your DNS settings, add a new CNAME record. Set the record name to "www" and the value to "proxy.webflow.com". This will ensure that the "www.yourname.com" version of your domain points to your Webflow site.
Set up an A record: To ensure that your domain also works without the "www" prefix (i.e., yourname.com), you'll need to set up an A record. Add a new A record with the host value "@" and point it to the Webflow IP address, which you can find in your Webflow project settings.
Configure SSL: To secure your site with an SSL certificate, go to your Webflow project settings, click on the Hosting tab, and enable SSL. Webflow will automatically generate an SSL certificate for your custom domain.
Verify domain connection: After setting up the DNS records and configuring SSL, go back to Webflow and verify domain connection. Webflow will check if your custom domain is properly connected and display a "Connected" status if everything is set up correctly.
Publish your site: Once your domain is connected, publish your Webflow site to make it live under your custom domain. Any changes you make in Webflow will automatically be reflected on your live site.
By following these steps, you can have a web address like yourname.com instead of the default name.webflow.io subdomain on a CMS site plan.
Additional Questions:
- How do I connect an existing domain to a Webflow site?
- Can I transfer my domain from another registrar to Webflow?
- Do I need a paid Webflow plan to use a custom domain?
