Custom Domain & CNAME Configuration
Connect your own domain (e.g., yourbrand.com or app.yourbrand.com) via Cloudflare, GoDaddy, Namecheap, or Route53.
Step-by-Step Overview
Custom Domain Setup Overview
AcadSites allows you to map any custom domain or subdomain (e.g., portfolio.dev or app.startup.com) directly to your hosted project. DNS routing is handled seamlessly via a standard CNAME record with automated SSL certificate provisioning.
Required DNS Record Configuration
Log into your domain registrar (such as Cloudflare, GoDaddy, Namecheap, or Google Domains) and navigate to your DNS Management Console. Add the following record:
If you use Cloudflare DNS, you may set the proxy status to "DNS Only" (Grey Cloud) during initial verification for immediate DNS resolution.
| Record Type | Name / Host | Target Value / Content | TTL |
|---|---|---|---|
| CNAME | app (or @ for root) | cname.acadkits.dev | Auto / 300s |
Step-by-Step Registrar Guides
Instructions for popular domain registrars:
In Namecheap: Go to Advanced DNS > Add New Record > Select CNAME > Enter your subdomain in Host and cname.acadkits.dev in Target.
Verification & Cooldown Limits
DNS changes typically propagate within 2 to 15 minutes worldwide. Click the "Verify DNS" button in your AcadSites Domains tab. To prevent registrar API throttling, verification checks include an 8-second safety cooldown.
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