Creating a Sub Domain in Webflow
If you’re looking to create a sub domain in Webflow, you’ve come to the right place! In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step process of setting up a sub domain for your website. Let’s get started!
What is a Sub Domain?
Before we dive into the technicalities, let’s briefly understand what a sub domain is. A sub domain is an extension of your primary domain that allows you to create separate sections or websites under your main domain. For example, if your main website is www.example.com, a sub domain could be blog.com or shop.com.
Step 1: Accessing Your Webflow Dashboard
To begin creating a sub domain, log in to your Webflow account and access your dashboard. Once you’re logged in, navigate to the project where you want to add the sub domain.
Step 2: Opening Project Settings
In the dashboard, find and click on the “Project Settings” option for your chosen project. This will take you to the settings page where you can configure various aspects of your website.
Configuring DNS Settings
In order to create a sub domain, we need to configure the DNS settings for our website. Don’t worry if this sounds technical – Webflow makes it easy!
Step 3: Adding Custom Domains
On the project settings page, scroll down until you find the “Custom Domains” section. Here, click on “Add Custom Domain” to open up additional options.
Step 4: Entering Your Sub Domain
In the custom domains panel, enter your desired sub domain in the input field provided. For example, if you want to create a blog subdomain, type “blog” without quotes.
Note: Make sure your sub domain is unique and hasn’t been used before. You cannot create a sub domain that conflicts with an existing page or section on your website.
Step 5: Configuring DNS Records
After entering your desired sub domain, Webflow will provide you with instructions to configure the DNS records. These records are essential for linking your sub domain to your Webflow project.
Option 1: Use Webflow’s DNS Hosting
If you’re using Webflow’s DNS hosting, simply follow the provided instructions to set up the necessary DNS records. In most cases, this involves adding a CNAME record or an A record pointing to Webflow’s servers.
Option 2: Use External DNS Hosting
If you’re using external DNS hosting, such as GoDaddy or Cloudflare, you’ll need to log in to your DNS provider’s control panel and create the required DNS records manually. Again, follow the instructions provided by Webflow, which will typically involve adding CNAME or A records.
Note: The process of configuring DNS records may vary slightly depending on your DNS provider. Refer to their documentation for specific instructions.
Step 6: Verifying and Publishing
Once you’ve configured the DNS records correctly, click on the “Verify” button in the custom domains panel. Webflow will check if everything is set up properly. If successful, you’ll see a green checkmark indicating that your sub domain is ready.
Finally, click on “Publish” to make your sub domain live! It may take some time for the changes to propagate across the internet, so be patient.
- Congratulations! You’ve successfully created a sub domain in Webflow.
- You can now access your new sub domain by typing it into a web browser.
- Remember that any changes you make to your main website will not affect the sub domain, as they are separate entities.
In Conclusion
Creating a sub domain in Webflow is a straightforward process. By following these steps and configuring the DNS records correctly, you can easily set up separate sections or websites under your main domain.
Now that you know how to create a sub domain in Webflow, go ahead and explore the possibilities it offers. Whether it’s a blog, a shop, or any other section of your website, sub domains can help you organize and structure your content effectively. Happy sub domain creation!