This article will guide you through the process of configuring a custom domain and its SSL/TLS certificate, including how YouTestMe can generate, automatically renew, and maintain a certificate for your Customer URL.
Owning your own domain or subdomain is essential for masking the application’s URL and establishing your brand online. Opting for a custom domain enables users to access your application via a URL associated directly with your brand, rather than ours. For instance, instead of accessing your application through ‘clientname.youtestme.com,’ users would utilize ‘clientname.com.’
Send the desired domain
The first step is to send us the domain name (URL) you want to use for your application. Once we receive your desired domain name, we will provide you with the specific YouTestMe domain that you should use to update your domain’s CNAME record.
Change your DNS settings
To access the application hosted by YouTestMe using your domain, edit the domain’s DNS settings and create a CNAME record (a CNAME record maps one domain name to another domain name) that points to provided domain. The process for changing DNS settings may vary depending on your domain provider.
Here is an example of how to change a CNAME record in GoDaddy.
Use a DNS checker to make sure your DNS is configured. DNS Checker offers a user-friendly tool to check DNS propagation for any hostname or domain. Just enter the desired hostname or domain to begin the check.
Choose SSL/TLS certificate option
SSL certificates are crucial for securing your application and protecting your users’ data. You have two options for SSL certificates:
1. Provide your own SSL/TLS certificate
If you have an SSL/TLS certificate issued by your domain provider, you can send it to us to install on our web server. However, you’ll need to provide a new SSL/TLS certificate every year.
2. Let us generate and maintain your SSL/TLS certificate
Alternatively, we can generate and maintain Let’s Encrypt SSL/TLS certificates for your domain. This is a hassle-free option that ensures your website is always secured with the latest SSL/TLS certificate.
By following the steps outlined in this article, you can ensure that your instance is accessible through a custom domain name and secured with an SSL/TLS certificate.
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