# Set up custom domain

### How to set up a custom domain for your website?

You can link your website to a custom domain of your choice instead of using the default AppMySite web address. This ensures a fully branded experience for visitors who access your website.

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#### Step 1: Go to the “Website” screen in the app builder

* From the app dashboard, click on [**Website**](https://app.appmysite.com/website/builder) in the side menu
* This section allows you to configure and manage your website’s hosting and domain

#### Step 2: Enter your domain details

* Add your main domain (e.g., yoursite.com)
* Enter a subdomain (e.g., [www.yoursite.com](http://www.yoursite.com)) that you want your website to use
* Click Save to proceed

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You’ll need access to your DNS provider’s settings to complete the setup.
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#### Step 3: Verify ownership

* Log in to your domain registrar (e.g., GoDaddy, Namecheap, Cloudflare)
* Create a CNAME record with these details:
  * Host/Name: the subdomain you’ve entered (e.g., `www`)
  * Value/Target: the destination provided in your dashboard
  * TTL: set to Auto
  * Proxy status: set to “DNS only” if you're using Cloudflare

#### Step 4: Verify the domain

* Return to the website screen in the app builder
* Click Verify to confirm domain ownership

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DNS propagation may take a few minutes to several hours depending on your domain provider.
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#### Step 5: Activate the domain

* Once verification is successful, click Activate
* Your website will now be accessible on the custom domain you linked

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Custom domain support for websites is only available on the Premium plan.
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