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Overview

Connect your own domain to your Nextd project for a more professional look and secure access with automatic SSL.
Custom domains make your application more memorable and professional, improving user trust and SEO performance while maintaining your brand consistency.

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Prerequisites

Before configuring your custom domain, ensure you meet these requirements:
Custom domains require a paid Nextd subscription and domain ownership with DNS management access.
  • Paid Subscription - Active Nextd Pro or Business plan
  • Domain Ownership - Registered domain from providers like Namecheap, GoDaddy, or Cloudflare
  • DNS Management - Administrative access to modify your domain’s DNS settings

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Configuration Steps

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Access Domain Settings

Navigate to your project settings and initiate the domain connection process:
  1. Open your Nextd project dashboard
  2. Go to Project Settings → Domain section
  3. Click the “Connect Domain” button to begin setup
2

Configure Your Domain

Enter your domain details and authorize DNS management:
  1. Input your custom domain (e.g., myapp.com) in the provided field
  2. Complete the guided setup wizard
3

Verify DNS Configuration

Confirm these DNS records are properly configured:
Record TypeHostValuePurpose
CNAME@host.nextd.appRoot domain routing
CNAMEwwwhost.nextd.appWWW subdomain routing
DNS propagation typically takes 15 minutes to 48 hours. Your domain will be accessible once propagation completes globally.

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Key Features

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Automatic SSL Certificates

  • Instant SSL Generation - Automatic SSL certificate provisioning for secure HTTPS access
  • Certificate Management - Automatic renewal and maintenance of security certificates
  • Global CDN Integration - Enhanced performance and security through content delivery networks

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Flexible Domain Support

  • Root Domains - Connect apex domains like example.com
  • Subdomains - Configure multiple subdomains such as app.example.com, api.example.com
  • WWW Redirects - Automatic www subdomain handling and redirects

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Troubleshooting

Common Solutions:
  1. Verify DNS records match the required configuration
  2. Clear browser cache and try accessing in private/incognito mode
  3. Use DNS checker tools to confirm propagation status
  4. Remove and reconfigure the domain if issues persist
DNS propagation can take up to 48 hours. Test your domain from different locations and devices.
Resolution Steps:
  1. Confirm DNS settings are correctly configured
  2. Wait 5-10 minutes for automatic certificate generation
  3. Check domain accessibility via HTTPS
  4. Contact support if certificates don’t generate within 24 hours
Monitoring Tips:
  • Use online DNS checking tools like whatsmydns.net
  • Test from multiple geographic locations
  • Contact your DNS provider if delays exceed 48 hours
  • Consider using Cloudflare for faster propagation

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Important Notes

  • Domain Retention - Your original .nextd.app subdomain remains active alongside custom domains
  • Unique Domains - Each domain can only connect to one Nextd project
  • Access Control - Only project owners and admins can configure custom domains
Transform your project’s online presence with custom domains - combining professional branding, enhanced security, and improved user trust in one seamless solution.