Changing DNS on Webflow is a relatively straightforward process that can be done in just a few simple steps. DNS, or Domain Name System, is responsible for translating domain names into IP addresses, allowing websites to be accessed by users. If you want to change the DNS settings for your Webflow site, whether it’s to connect a custom domain or configure advanced settings, here’s how you can do it.
Step 1: Accessing the DNS settings
To begin, log in to your Webflow account and navigate to the project for which you want to change the DNS settings. Once you’re in the project dashboard, click on the “Hosting” tab located on the left-hand side of the screen. This will take you to the hosting settings page.
Step 2: Opening the custom domains panel
On the hosting settings page, scroll down until you see the “Custom domains” section. Here, you’ll find a list of all the custom domains associated with your Webflow project. To change the DNS settings for a specific domain, click on its name.
- If you haven’t connected a custom domain yet and want to add one, click on the “+ Add custom domain” button.
- If you want to modify an existing custom domain’s DNS settings, find it in the list and click on its name.
Step 3: Modifying DNS records
After clicking on a custom domain name or adding a new one, you’ll be taken to a page where you can manage its DNS records. Here, you can add, edit or delete different types of DNS records such as A (Address), CNAME (Canonical Name), TXT (Text), and more.
Adding DNS Records
To add a new record, simply click on the “+ Add Record” button. Select the record type from the drop-down menu and enter the necessary information based on your DNS provider’s instructions. The required fields typically include the hostname, value, and TTL (Time to Live).
Editing DNS Records
To edit an existing DNS record, locate it in the list and click on its name. This will bring up a form where you can modify the record’s details. Make the necessary changes and click “Save” to apply them.
Deleting DNS Records
If you want to remove a DNS record, find it in the list and click on its name. On the edit page, scroll down and click on the “Delete Record” button. Confirm your action when prompted.
Step 4: Verifying DNS changes
Once you’ve made all the necessary changes to your DNS settings, don’t forget to verify that they have propagated correctly. It may take some time for the changes to take effect globally due to DNS caching.
Conclusion
Changing DNS settings on Webflow is a simple process that allows you to connect custom domains or configure advanced settings for your website. By accessing the hosting settings page, managing custom domains, and modifying or adding new DNS records, you can easily customize your site’s DNS configuration. Just remember to verify that your changes have propagated correctly before expecting them to take effect globally.
This concludes our tutorial on how to change DNS on Webflow. We hope you found this guide helpful!