Is it possible to remove and then reconfigure a custom domain in Webflow in order to fix a 404 page issue?

Published on
September 22, 2023

Yes, it is possible to remove and reconfigure a custom domain in Webflow in order to resolve a 404 page issue. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to do it:

  1. Log in to your Webflow account and navigate to the project that has the custom domain configured.

  2. Go to the "Hosting" tab in the project settings.

  3. Under "Custom domains," you will see the domain name that is currently configured. Click on the "Delete" button next to the domain name to remove it.

  4. After removing the custom domain, you will see a default Webflow subdomain (e.g., yoursite.webflow.io) listed under "Webflow.io subdomain." This will be the default domain for your site until you reconfigure the custom domain.

  5. Once the custom domain has been removed, you can fix the 404 page issue by making the necessary changes to your site's pages or links. This might involve updating the page URLs, ensuring proper linking between pages, or setting up redirects.

  6. After resolving the 404 page issue, you can reconfigure the custom domain by clicking on the "Add custom domain" button under the "Custom domains" section.

  7. Enter the custom domain name that you want to use for your site and click "Add."

  8. Webflow will provide you with DNS settings that you need to update with your domain registrar. Follow the instructions provided by Webflow to update the DNS settings.

  9. Once the DNS settings have propagated, your custom domain will be configured with your Webflow site again.

By following these steps, you can remove and reconfigure a custom domain in Webflow to fix a 404 page issue and ensure that your site is accessible with the correct URL.

Additional questions:

  1. Can I revert back to the default Webflow subdomain after configuring a custom domain in Webflow?
  2. How do I set up redirects in Webflow to avoid 404 errors?
  3. Can I use multiple custom domains with a single Webflow project?