How Do I Publish My Webflow Site to Custom Domain?

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How Do I Publish My Webflow Site to Custom Domain?

So, you’ve built a beautiful website using Webflow and now you’re ready to publish it to your custom domain. In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step process of publishing your Webflow site to a custom domain.

Step 1: Exporting Your Webflow Site

The first step is to export your Webflow site. To do this, follow these steps:

  • Step 1: Open your Webflow project and go to the Designer.
  • Step 2: Click on the “Export Code” button located in the top-right corner of the Designer interface.
  • Step 3: Select the “Export ZIP” option and wait for the export process to complete.
  • Step 4: Once exported, unzip the downloaded file.

Step 2: Setting Up Your Custom Domain

Now that you have exported your Webflow site, it’s time to set up your custom domain. Follow these steps:

  • Step 1: Log in to your domain registrar or hosting provider’s account where you purchased your custom domain.
  • Step 2: Locate the DNS settings or DNS management section of your account.
  • Step 3: Add a new CNAME record with the subdomain “www” pointing to “proxy.webflow.com”.

Congratulations! You have successfully set up your custom domain for your Webflow site.

Step 3: Publishing Your Webflow Site

Now that your custom domain is set up, it’s time to publish your Webflow site. Follow these steps:

  • Step 1: Go to your Webflow project and click on the “Publish” button located in the top-right corner of the Designer interface.
  • Step 2: In the Publish modal, enter your custom domain (e.g., www.yourdomain.com) in the “Custom Domain” field.
  • Step 3: Click on the “Publish” button to publish your Webflow site to your custom domain.

Your Webflow site is now live on your custom domain! It may take some time for the changes to propagate across the internet, so be patient and give it a little time.

Troubleshooting Tips

If you encounter any issues during the publishing process, here are a few troubleshooting tips:

  • Clear Your DNS Cache: Sometimes, your computer’s DNS cache can cause issues. Clear it by following the instructions specific to your operating system.
  • Contact Webflow Support: If you’ve followed all the steps correctly and still face issues, don’t hesitate to reach out to Webflow support for assistance. They are always ready to help!

Congratulations on successfully publishing your Webflow site to a custom domain! Now you can share it with the world and make an impact with your stunning website.

We hope this tutorial has been helpful in guiding you through the process. Happy publishing!