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How to Use the Domain Connect Feature in Stack

Domain Connect simplifies the process of connecting your domain to various web services. By automatically detecting and configuring domains with just a click, it eliminates the need for manual DNS record adjustments. This feature works seamlessly with both root domains and subdomains, offering a hassle-free domain management experience.

Overview​

What is Domain Connect?​

Domain Connect is a feature designed to automate and streamline the process of connecting your domains to different web services or applications.

  • Easy Integration with Major Providers: Connect your domains through Google Domains, GoDaddy, or Cloudflare effortlessly.
  • Hassle-Free Setup: Say goodbye to manual DNS configuration. Domain Connect handles it all, saving you time and reducing errors.

Why Use Domain Connect?​

  • Quick and Simple: Easily link your domains to a variety of services and applications.
  • Safe and Secure: Utilize the trusted infrastructure of major providers for a secure connection.
  • Future-Ready: Domain Connect is expanding to support more providers and integrations with platforms like WordPress and email services.

How to Use Domain Connect​

Note: This is a domain connection feature, not a domain hosting feature. Ensure you have purchased your domain through Google Domains, GoDaddy, or Cloudflare for this to work.

  1. Access Settings:

    • Log in to your Stack account and navigate to Settings > Domains.

  2. Add Your Domain:

    • Click on the Add Domain button.
    • Enter your root domain or subdomain in the provided field. If you wish to add the "www" subdomain, you can opt to do so.

  3. Proceed with Authorization:

    • Click Continue.
    • If your domain is with Google Domains, GoDaddy, or Cloudflare, click the Authorize button to allow Domain Connect to access your DNS settings.
    • Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the authorization process on your domain provider's site. This will automatically add the necessary DNS records.

  4. Complete the Process:

    • Once authorization is complete, close the provider tab and return to the Domain Connect interface in Stack.
    • Verify that the connection has been successfully established by testing your domain. Changes may take up to 30 seconds or more to reflect.

Note: If your provider isn't supported, you can manually add the required DNS records using the instructions provided in the interface.

FAQs​

Q: Can I still manually configure my domains if I prefer not to use Domain Connect?
A: Yes, manual configuration is available for users who prefer to set up their DNS records manually or whose domain providers are not supported by Domain Connect.

Q: What if my domain provider is not one of the top three supported by Domain Connect?
A: You can manually add the required DNS records. The manual configuration process remains unchanged.

Q: What if I toggle on the option for "Also add www domain" but my www subdomain is already pointed to another system?
A: A CNAME record will be created for your subdomain and pointed to Stack. However, any existing CNAME or A record for your www domain pointing elsewhere will need to be deleted manually to ensure it works with Stack.

Enjoy seamless domain management with Stack's Domain Connect!