How can I change my webflow DNS settings to prevent my email from freezing?

Published on
September 22, 2023

To prevent your email from freezing and ensure smooth communication on your website, you may need to adjust your DNS settings in Webflow. Here's how you can change your Webflow DNS settings:

  1. Log in to your Webflow account and go to your project dashboard.
  2. Select the project for which you want to adjust the DNS settings.
  3. Click on the "Project Settings" button located in the left sidebar.
  4. In the Project Settings panel, select the "Hosting" tab.
  5. Scroll down to the "DNS Settings" section and click on the "Set up Custom Domain" button.
  6. A modal will appear where you can enter your custom domain name.
  7. Enter your domain name (e.g., example.com) and click on the "Add Custom Domain" button.
  8. Webflow will provide you with the necessary DNS records that you need to add to your domain's DNS settings.
  9. Open a new tab and log in to your domain registrar or DNS provider (where you purchased your domain).
  10. Locate the DNS settings for your domain.
  11. Add the DNS records provided by Webflow. You will typically need to add an A record and a CNAME record.
  • The A record will point your domain to Webflow's servers. It usually looks like this:
    - Type: A
    - Name/Host: @ (or leave it blank)
    - Value/Destination: Webflow IP address (e.g., 23.235.33.229)
  • The CNAME record will help redirect the www version of your domain to your Webflow website. It typically looks like this:
    - Type: CNAME
    - Name/Host: www
    - Value/Destination: proxy-ssl.webflow.com
  1. Save the DNS settings. The changes may take some time to propagate.

By following these steps, you will be able to update your Webflow DNS settings and prevent your email from freezing. It's essential to ensure that you have the correct DNS records and that they are properly configured to avoid any interruptions in your email service.

Additional Questions:

  1. How do I update my DNS settings in Webflow?
  2. What should I do if my email freezes after changing my Webflow DNS settings?
  3. How long does it take for DNS changes to propagate in Webflow?