Custom Domain Setup

Connect your own domain to your FromCafe blog

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How to Connect Your Custom Domain

Follow these steps to connect your custom domain (like yourblog.com) to your FromCafe blog.

Step 1: Configure DNS Settings

In your domain registrar's DNS settings (GoDaddy, Namecheap, Cloudflare, etc.), add the following records:

For Root Domain (yourblog.com):

TypeNameValueTTL
A@216.198.79.1300

For WWW Subdomain (www.yourblog.com):

TypeNameValueTTL
CNAMEwwwcname.vercel-dns.com300

💡 Pro Tip

DNS changes can take up to 48 hours to propagate worldwide, but usually take effect within 1-2 hours.

Step 2: Add Domain in FromCafe

Once your DNS is configured, add your domain to your FromCafe blog:

  1. Go to your Dashboard
  2. Click on Settings
  3. Scroll to the Custom Domain section
  4. Enter your domain (e.g., yourblog.com)
  5. Click Save Changes

✅ Verification

We'll automatically verify your domain and issue an SSL certificate. This process usually takes 5-10 minutes.

Step 3: Test Your Domain

After both DNS and FromCafe setup are complete:

  • Visit your custom domain in a browser
  • Verify that your blog loads correctly
  • Check that HTTPS is working (look for the lock icon)
  • Test that all links and navigation work properly

Common DNS Provider Instructions

Cloudflare

  1. Log in to Cloudflare dashboard
  2. Select your domain
  3. Go to DNS tab
  4. Add the records above
  5. Ensure proxy status is "DNS only" (gray cloud)

GoDaddy

  1. Log in to GoDaddy
  2. Go to Domain Manager
  3. Click DNS next to your domain
  4. Add the A and CNAME records
  5. Save changes

Namecheap

  1. Log in to Namecheap
  2. Go to Domain List
  3. Click Manage next to your domain
  4. Go to Advanced DNS tab
  5. Add the records above

Google Domains

  1. Log in to Google Domains
  2. Select your domain
  3. Go to DNS tab
  4. Scroll to Custom records
  5. Add the A and CNAME records

Troubleshooting

Domain not working after 24 hours?

  • Double-check your DNS records match exactly
  • Verify TTL is set to 300 or lower
  • Try using a DNS checker tool online
  • Contact your domain registrar's support

SSL certificate issues?

  • Wait 10-15 minutes after domain verification
  • Try accessing with https:// explicitly
  • Clear your browser cache
  • Contact us if issues persist after 1 hour

Need Help?

Having trouble setting up your custom domain? We're here to help!

Email: support@from.cafe

Include: Your domain name, DNS provider, and any error messages you see