Are you wondering if you can connect your Google Domain to Webflow? Well, you’re in luck! In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through the process of connecting your Google Domain to your Webflow website.
Step 1: Accessing Your Google Domain Settings
First, log in to your Google Domains account. Once you’re logged in, locate the domain you want to connect to Webflow and click on it. This will take you to the domain’s management page.
Step 2: Updating DNS Records
In order to connect your Google Domain to Webflow, you need to update the DNS records. Scroll down until you see the “DNS” section and click on “DNS records.”
Now, it’s time to add the necessary DNS records. Click on the “Add” button and select “Custom resource record.”
A) Pointing Your Root Domain (example.com) to Webflow
Create an A record by selecting “A” from the dropdown menu under “Type.” Enter “@” (without quotes) in the “Name” field. Then, copy the IP address provided by Webflow and paste it into the “IPv4 address” field.
Note: The IP address provided by Webflow may vary for each website. Make sure to use the correct IP address provided in your Webflow dashboard.
B) Setting Up www Subdomain (www.example.com)
To set up your www subdomain, create another A record just like before. This time, enter “www” (without quotes) in the “Name” field. Again, copy and paste the same IP address provided by Webflow in the “IPv4 address” field.
Step 3: Verifying Domain Connection in Webflow
Once you’ve updated the DNS records in your Google Domain settings, it’s time to verify the connection in Webflow.
Go to your Webflow dashboard and select the project you want to connect to your Google Domain. Click on the “Hosting” tab and then on “Add custom domain.”
Enter your root domain (example.com) and click on “Add.” Once added, Webflow will automatically verify the connection. You’ll see a green checkmark indicating that your domain is connected successfully.
Step 4: Enforce SSL
To ensure that your website is secure, we recommend enabling SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) for your Google Domain.
In your Google Domains settings, scroll down to the “SSL” section. Toggle on “Use custom SSL certificates.” Select “Managed by Webflow” from the dropdown menu.
Step 5: Publishing Your Website
Now that you’ve connected your Google Domain to Webflow and enabled SSL, it’s time to publish your website.
In Webflow, go back to the “Hosting” tab and click on “Publish.” Select “Publish changes” or “Publish all,” depending on whether you’ve made any recent updates. Your website will now be live using your Google Domain!
In Conclusion
Connecting a Google Domain to Webflow is a straightforward process. By updating DNS records and verifying the connection in both platforms, you can seamlessly connect your domain to your Webflow website. Don’t forget to enable SSL for added security!
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We hope this tutorial has helped you successfully connect your Google Domain to Webflow. Happy creating!