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Domain Management

Custom domains allow you to brand your Inhouse links with your own domain names, creating a professional and trustworthy appearance for your marketing campaigns.

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Why Use Custom Domains?

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Benefits of Custom Domains

  • Brand Recognition: Links look more professional and trustworthy
  • User Trust: Users are more likely to click branded links
  • SEO Benefits: Links contribute to your domain’s authority
  • Consistency: Maintain brand consistency across all marketing materials
  • Analytics: Track performance under your own domain

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Use Cases

  • Marketing Campaigns: Branded links for email campaigns
  • Social Media: Professional links for social posts
  • Referral Programs: Trusted links for partner promotions
  • Product Launches: Branded links for new product announcements

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Adding Your First Domain

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Domain Setup Process

  1. Navigate to Domains: Go to Settings > Domains in your dashboard
  2. Click “Add Domain”: Use the prominent button to start adding
  3. Enter Domain Name: Type your domain (e.g., links.yourcompany.com)
  4. Choose Domain Type: Select primary or secondary domain
  5. Verify Ownership: Complete the verification process

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Domain Requirements

Before adding a domain, ensure it meets these requirements:
  • Valid Domain: Must be a registered, active domain
  • DNS Access: You must have access to modify DNS records
  • HTTPS Support: Domain should support HTTPS (recommended)
  • No Conflicts: Domain shouldn’t conflict with existing services

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Domain Verification

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Verification Methods

Choose the verification method that works best for your setup:
Add a TXT record to your domain’s DNS:
  1. Get Verification Code: Copy the verification code from Inhouse
  2. Add TXT Record: Add to your DNS provider
  3. Wait for Propagation: DNS changes can take up to 48 hours
  4. Verify: Click verify in the Inhouse dashboard
Example TXT Record:
Name: @
Type: TXT
Value: inhouse-verification=abc123def456
Upload a verification file to your web server:
  1. Download File: Download the verification file from Inhouse
  2. Upload to Server: Place file in your domain’s root directory
  3. Test Access: Ensure file is accessible via HTTP
  4. Verify: Click verify in the Inhouse dashboard
File Location: https://yourdomain.com/inhouse-verification.txt
Verify through domain email (if available):
  1. Enter Email: Use an email address associated with your domain
  2. Check Email: Look for verification email from Inhouse
  3. Click Link: Click the verification link in the email
  4. Complete: Domain is automatically verified

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DNS Configuration

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Required DNS Records

After verification, configure these DNS records for your domain:

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CNAME Record (Required)

# Route all traffic to Inhouse
CNAME  @  your-inhouse-domain.com

# Or route specific subdomain
CNAME  links  your-inhouse-domain.com

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A Record (Alternative)

# If CNAME doesn't work, use A record
A      @  192.168.1.1  # Inhouse IP address

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Additional Records

# MX Record (if using domain for email)
MX     @  10  mail.yourdomain.com

# TXT Record (for SPF, DKIM, etc.)
TXT    @  "v=spf1 include:_spf.google.com ~all"

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DNS Provider Examples

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Cloudflare

  1. Login to Cloudflare: Access your Cloudflare dashboard
  2. Select Domain: Choose the domain you want to configure
  3. Go to DNS: Navigate to the DNS section
  4. Add Records: Add the required CNAME or A records
  5. Set Proxy Status: Set to DNS only (gray cloud)

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GoDaddy

  1. Login to GoDaddy: Access your GoDaddy account
  2. Manage DNS: Go to your domain’s DNS management
  3. Add Records: Add the required CNAME or A records
  4. Save Changes: DNS changes are applied immediately

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AWS Route 53

  1. Access Route 53: Go to AWS Route 53 console
  2. Select Hosted Zone: Choose your domain’s hosted zone
  3. Create Records: Add the required CNAME or A records
  4. Set TTL: Use default TTL or set custom value

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Domain Testing

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Verification Steps

After configuring DNS, test your domain setup:
  1. DNS Propagation: Wait for DNS changes to propagate (up to 48 hours)
  2. Test Domain: Try accessing your domain in a browser
  3. Check Redirects: Verify links redirect correctly
  4. Test Analytics: Ensure tracking data is being collected

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Testing Tools

Use these tools to verify your domain configuration:
  • DNS Checker: Verify DNS propagation globally
  • Ping Tool: Test domain resolution
  • SSL Checker: Verify HTTPS configuration
  • Redirect Checker: Test link redirections

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Domain Management

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Multiple Domains

Manage multiple domains for different purposes:
  • Primary Domain: Main domain for your links
  • Secondary Domains: Additional domains for specific campaigns
  • Geographic Domains: Country-specific domains
  • Brand Domains: Different brands or products

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Domain Settings

Configure domain-specific settings:
  • Default Domain: Set which domain to use for new links
  • Domain Aliases: Create alternative domain names
  • SSL Configuration: Enable/disable HTTPS enforcement
  • Custom Error Pages: Set custom 404 and error pages

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Security and SSL

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HTTPS Configuration

Ensure secure connections for your domains:
  • Automatic SSL: Inhouse provides automatic SSL certificates
  • SSL Enforcement: Redirect HTTP to HTTPS
  • HSTS Headers: Enable HTTP Strict Transport Security
  • Certificate Monitoring: Monitor SSL certificate expiration

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Security Best Practices

  • Regular Monitoring: Check domain health regularly
  • SSL Validation: Ensure SSL certificates are valid
  • DNS Security: Use DNSSEC if available
  • Access Control: Limit who can modify domain settings

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Troubleshooting

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Common Domain Issues

  • Check DNS configuration
  • Verify domain verification
  • Test DNS propagation
  • Contact domain registrar
  • Wait for SSL certificate generation
  • Check domain verification status
  • Verify DNS configuration
  • Contact support if issues persist
  • DNS changes can take up to 48 hours
  • Use DNS checking tools to verify
  • Clear browser cache and DNS cache
  • Test from different locations

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Advanced Troubleshooting

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DNS Resolution Issues

# Check DNS resolution
nslookup yourdomain.com
dig yourdomain.com

# Check specific record types
dig CNAME yourdomain.com
dig A yourdomain.com

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SSL Certificate Issues

# Check SSL certificate
openssl s_client -connect yourdomain.com:443 -servername yourdomain.com

# Verify certificate chain
openssl x509 -in certificate.crt -text -noout

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Best Practices

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Domain Strategy

  1. Choose Memorable Names: Use short, memorable domain names
  2. Brand Consistency: Align domains with your brand
  3. Geographic Considerations: Use country-specific domains if needed
  4. Future Planning: Consider long-term domain strategy

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Technical Setup

  1. DNS Management: Use reliable DNS providers
  2. SSL Configuration: Always use HTTPS
  3. Monitoring: Set up domain health monitoring
  4. Backup Plans: Have alternative domains ready

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Maintenance

  1. Regular Checks: Monitor domain health monthly
  2. SSL Renewal: Track SSL certificate expiration
  3. DNS Updates: Keep DNS records current
  4. Performance Monitoring: Track domain performance

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Next Steps

Deep Linking

Configure deep linking for your domains.

Settings

Manage your project configuration.

Links Management

Start creating links with your custom domain.

API Reference

Automate domain management via API.
Need help with domains? Check our API documentation or contact [email protected].