How can I connect a custom subdomain to my Webflow site?

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September 22, 2023

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To connect a custom subdomain to your Webflow site, you will need to follow these steps:

Set up your subdomain: Before connecting your subdomain to Webflow, make sure you have configured it correctly with your domain registrar or hosting provider. This involves creating a CNAME record or A record pointing to your Webflow site's default subdomain (e.g., subdomain.webflow.io).
Navigate to the Webflow dashboard: Log in to your Webflow account and go to the Project Settings for the site you want to connect the custom subdomain to.
Open the hosting settings: In the Project Settings, click on the "Hosting" tab. Here, you will find all the options related to hosting your site.
Add your custom subdomain: Scroll down to the "Custom domains" section and click on the "+Add Custom Domain" button. Enter your subdomain (e.g., www.yoursubdomain.com) in the input field and click on "Add Custom Domain".
Verify ownership: Webflow will prompt you to verify ownership of the domain. Choose the recommended option to add a DNS record to your domain's DNS settings.
Configure DNS settings: Copy the value provided by Webflow (e.g., a unique string of characters) and go to your domain registrar or hosting provider's DNS settings. Create a new CNAME record or modify an existing CNAME record, using your custom subdomain as the name and the value provided by Webflow as the target. Save the changes.
Verify and activate: Go back to Webflow and click on the "Verify" button. Webflow will attempt to verify the DNS record you added. Once verified, click on "Activate" to enable the custom subdomain for your site.
Wait for propagation: DNS changes can take some time to propagate throughout the internet. It may take up to 24-48 hours for your custom subdomain to be fully active. During this time, avoid making any changes to your DNS settings or hosting configurations.

By following these steps, you will successfully connect your custom subdomain to your Webflow site. Users will be able to access your site using your chosen subdomain.

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