Custom Domain

OnSpace AI makes it simple to publish your project with either a free staging subdomain (e.g., yourproject.onspace.app) or your own custom domain. This comprehensive guide covers domain connection, troubleshooting, and hosting options.

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Why Custom Domains Matter

Transform your project’s online presence with a custom domain:

• 🎯 Professional Branding - Build trust with a branded URL
• 📈 Better SEO - Improve search engine rankings
• 💭 Memorable URLs - Easy to share and remember
• 🔒 Enhanced Trust - Users feel more confident with professional domainsRecommended Domain Providers
• Namecheap - Budget-friendly with excellent support
• Cloudflare - Built-in CDN and security features
• GoDaddy - Popular choice with global availability
• Google Domains - Simple interface and reliable service

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Quick Setup with Entri Integration

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Step 1: Access Domain Settings

Navigate to Project → Publish → Add Existing Domain → Connect Domains

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Step 2: Enter Your Domain

Input your domain name (e.g., myapp.com or app.mycompany.com) OnSpace AI streamlines domain connection with a straightforward DNS setup process. Unlike complex multi-record configurations, we only require a single A Record to get your custom domain live.

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Step 3: Copy DNS Information

Once validated, you’ll see the DNS configuration panel with three key pieces of information:

• Type: Always “A” for OnSpace AI domains
• Host: Shows ”@” (root domain) with a copy button
• Target: Your specific IP address with a copy button

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Step 4:Configure at Your Domain Provider

Take the Host and Target IP Address values and add them to your domain provider’s DNS settings.

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Popular Provider Instructions

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SSL Certificate Management

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Automatic SSL Provisioning

OnSpace AI automatically handles SSL certificates for all domains using Let’s Encrypt - no manual configuration required! Features:

• 🔒 Auto-Issuance - Certificates generated upon domain verification
• 🔄 Auto-Renewal - Renewed before expiration automatically
• 💰 No Extra Cost - Included with Pro plans
• 🚀 Instant HTTPS - All traffic redirected to secure connections

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Troubleshooting Guide

Common Fixes:

• Ensure DNS records match exactly
• Remove conflicting existing records
• Wait for full DNS propagation (up to 48 hours)
• Check domain isn’t expired or locked

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SSL Certificate Problems

Symptoms: Browser security warnings or certificate errors Solutions:

• Wait 20 minutes after domain verification for SSL provisioning
• Clear browser cache and cookies
• Try accessing via incognito/private mode
• Verify domain is properly pointing to OnSpace servers

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Domain Management Best Practices

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Security Checklist

• Enable domain registrar lock
• Set up two-factor authentication
• Configure auto-renewal payments
• Monitor expiration dates
• Use strong, unique passwords

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Pricing & Feature Comparison

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Next Steps

Once your custom domain is live:

1. 🔍 SEO Setup - Submit sitemap to Google Search Console
2. 📊 Analytics - Configure Google Analytics or similar tracking
3. 🚀 Performance - Monitor loading speeds and optimize
4. 🔄 Maintenance - Set up automated monitoring and alerts
5. 📈 Growth - Plan for traffic scaling and CDN needs

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Need Help?

• 💬 Community Forum - Get help from other OnSpace users
• 📧 Support Team - Contact our technical support
• 📚 Documentation - Browse our comprehensive guides
• 🎥 Video Tutorials - Watch step-by-step setup videos

Ready to make your project live with a professional domain? Start with our automated Entri setup for the fastest configuration experience.