Your domain is your website's address on the internet. Here's what you need to know about managing it.
Domain Registrar vs. DNS
- Domain Registrar: Where you purchased/registered your domain (GoDaddy, Namecheap, Google Domains, etc.)
- DNS (Domain Name System): The system that points your domain to your website's server
Our Recommended Setup
For optimal performance, we recommend:
- Keep your domain at your current registrar
- Point your DNS to Cloudflare (we handle this during launch)
- This gives you enterprise-grade security and performance
Common DNS Records
- A Record: Points your domain to an IP address
- CNAME: Points a subdomain to another domain
- MX Records: For email delivery
- TXT Records: For verification and security
Email Configuration
Your website and email are separate systems. When we set up your site, we ensure your email continues working by:
- Preserving existing MX records
- Adding any necessary SPF/DKIM records
- Testing email delivery before launch
SSL Certificates
All our sites include free SSL certificates:
- Automatically provisioned through Cloudflare
- Auto-renewed (no action needed)
- Your site will always show as secure (https://)
Making DNS Changes
If you need to make DNS changes:
- Contact us first—we can usually handle it for you
- DNS changes can take up to 48 hours to propagate
- Incorrect changes can cause site or email downtime