Creating a subdomain in Webflow is a simple and straightforward process that allows you to set up a separate section of your website with its own unique URL. This can be useful for various purposes, such as creating a blog, setting up a store, or creating landing pages for specific campaigns. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the steps to create a subdomain in Webflow.
Step 1: Log in to your Webflow account and navigate to your project dashboard.
Step 2: Select the project in which you want to create the subdomain.
Step 3: Click on the “Settings” tab located on the left-hand side of the dashboard.
Step 4: In the settings menu, scroll down until you find the “Hosting” section. Click on “Hosting.”
Step 5: Under the “Hosting” section, you will find an option called “Subdomains.” Click on it.
Note: Before proceeding further, make sure you have a custom domain connected to your Webflow project. If you haven’t connected one yet, follow Webflow’s instructions for connecting a custom domain before creating a subdomain.
Step 6: Once in the “Subdomains” section, click on the “+ Add Subdomain” button.
Step 7: In the popup that appears, enter your desired subdomain name in the provided text field. For example, if you want to create a blog subdomain for your website, you can enter “blog” as your subdomain name.
- Note:
- The subdomain name should be unique and not already used within your Webflow project.
- You can only use lowercase letters (a-z), numbers (0-9), and hyphens (-) in the subdomain name.
Step 8: After entering the subdomain name, click on the “Create Subdomain” button.
Step 9: Webflow will now generate a new subdomain for your project. You will see a success message confirming the creation of your subdomain.
Setting Up DNS Records for Your Subdomain
If you have connected a custom domain to your Webflow project, you need to set up DNS records for your newly created subdomain. Here’s how:
Step 1: Log in to your domain registrar’s website or wherever you manage your DNS records.
Step 2: Locate the section where you can manage DNS records for your domain.
Step 3: Create a new record of type “CNAME.”
Step 4: In the “Name” or “Host” field, enter your subdomain name followed by a period (.) and then your custom domain. For example, if your subdomain is “blog” and your custom domain is “example.com,” enter “blog.example.com” as the name/host.
Step 5: In the “Points To” or “Value” field, enter the Webflow default hosting URL provided to you in the Webflow hosting settings. It usually looks like this: proxy-ssl.webflow.com
Step 6: Save or apply the changes to update your DNS records.
Your Subdomain is Ready!
Congratulations! You have successfully created a subdomain in Webflow and set up the necessary DNS records. Your subdomain is now ready to use.
You can start building and designing your subdomain’s content using Webflow’s powerful visual editor. Remember that the subdomain functions as a separate section of your website, allowing you to create unique pages and content specific to that subdomain.
Make sure to promote your subdomain by including links to it on your main website or in any relevant marketing materials. This will help direct visitors to the specific section of your website you have created with the subdomain.
Enjoy exploring the possibilities of subdomains in Webflow and leverage their potential to enhance your website’s functionality and user experience!