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Custom Domains

Custom Domains

Use your own domain for short links — like go.example.com/sale — to build trust and brand consistency.

Plans

  • Free: connect 1 custom domain.
  • Pro: connect multiple domains.

Before you start

  • We recommend a subdomain (e.g., go.example.com, link.example.com).
  • Using the root (apex) domain is possible with ALIAS/ANAME at some DNS providers, but a subdomain is simpler and more reliable.

How to connect

  1. In Dashboard → Domains → “Add Domain”.
  2. Enter your domain (prefer a subdomain).
  3. You’ll see DNS instructions — typically a CNAME record from your subdomain to a ShortKit target hostname (shown in the UI).
  4. Create this DNS record at your domain registrar (or DNS provider).
  5. Click “Verify” in ShortKit. We’ll check your DNS and start issuing SSL.

DNS example (typical)

  • Type: CNAME
  • Name/Host: go (for go.example.com)
  • Target: the ShortKit target host shown in the dashboard
  • TTL: Auto/Default

SSL & activation

  • After verification, we automatically provision SSL for your domain.
  • This can take up to ~30 minutes; status will change to “Active” once ready.

Using your domain

  • When creating a link, pick your custom domain from the dropdown.
  • Existing links can be edited to move them to the new domain (one by one).

Important

  • Removing a domain will disable all links attached to it. If you need to retire a domain, migrate your links to another domain first to avoid broken links.

Troubleshooting

  • DNS changes can take time to propagate; wait a few minutes and try Verify again.
  • If another CDN/proxy manages your domain, ensure the CNAME is properly configured and not overridden.
  • Prefer subdomains over apex unless your DNS supports ALIAS/ANAME flattening.
  • Use a DNS checker (dig/nslookup) to confirm your CNAME points to the target from the dashboard.