> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.rooutie.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Custom Domain

> Make your Rooutie landing page live at your own domain

# Custom Domain

By default, your Rooutie landing page lives at `rooutie.com/@yourbrand`. With a custom domain, you can map your own domain — like `trips.yourbusiness.com` — directly to your Rooutie landing page. Same powerful platform, fully under your brand's URL.

## How to Connect Your Domain

### Step 1 — Enter Your Domain

1. Go to **Web Presence → Custom Domain** in your business dashboard.
2. Enter the domain or subdomain you want to use (e.g., `trips.yourbusiness.com`).

### Step 2 — Add a CNAME Record

Log into your domain registrar or DNS provider (GoDaddy, Cloudflare, Namecheap, etc.) and add a **CNAME record**:

```
Type:  CNAME
Name:  trips  (or whatever subdomain you chose)
Value: [your Rooutie CNAME target — shown in the dashboard]
```

DNS changes typically propagate within 1–24 hours depending on your provider.

### Step 3 — Verify

Once the DNS has propagated, return to **Web Presence → Custom Domain** and click **Verify**. Rooutie checks for the CNAME record and confirms the connection.

When verified, your custom domain is live.

## Removing a Custom Domain

To disconnect a custom domain:

1. Go to **Web Presence → Custom Domain**.
2. Click **Remove** to detach it from your account.

Your landing page will revert to the default `rooutie.com/@yourbrand` URL. Remember to remove the CNAME record from your DNS provider to avoid any orphaned DNS entries.

## Common Issues

**DNS not propagating?** Wait 24 hours before troubleshooting. DNS changes can be slow to propagate globally.

**Verification failing?** Double-check that the CNAME record name and value exactly match what's shown in the dashboard. Extra spaces or typos will cause failures.

**Not sure how to add a CNAME?** Most domain registrars have help articles — search for "add CNAME record \[your registrar name]". Or contact us at [help@rooutie.com](mailto:help@rooutie.com) and we'll help you through it.