Bind Your Domain with Your Domain Registrar
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When binding a custom domain, you need to add records in your domain registrar's (DNS provider) backend to point your domain to Kanorio's servers. You must subscribe to Kanorio Pro to bind a custom domain.
General Steps
- Log in to your domain registrar's backend.
- Locate the DNS records or DNS management section.
- Add a CNAME or A record, filling in the Host and Target according to Kanorio's backend 'Publish' or 'Domain Settings' instructions (e.g., tag.kanorio.com).
- Save and complete the binding in Kanorio's backend.
- Wait for DNS propagation and SSL configuration (usually a few minutes to 48 hours). See DNS Check for details.
CNAME points to a domain name (e.g., tag.kanorio.com) and is generally simpler. A records point to an IP address; some providers only support A records for root domains. Follow Kanorio's backend instructions to choose.
DNS Setting Paths for Various Providers
| Provider | Path |
|---|---|
| Cloudflare | Console → Your Domain → DNS → Records |
| Gandi | Console → Your Domain → DNS Records |
| Namecheap | Domain List → Your Domain → Advanced DNS |
| GoDaddy | My Products → Your Domain → DNS Management |
| 101 Domain | DNS Management for Your Domain |
| Wix | Domain Management → Connect Domain or Advanced DNS Settings |
| Google Domains | DNS or Custom Resource Records |
| Squarespace | Settings → Domains → Use External Domain or Advanced Settings |
For other providers (Bluehost, cPanel, OVH, Network Solutions, etc.), look for DNS or Zone Editor within their domain management section. The process is the same: add a CNAME or A record, pointing to the address specified in Kanorio's backend.
Binding the www Subdomain
To allow visitors to access your site via www.yourbrand.com, add a CNAME record: fill in www for the Name and Kanorio's designated address for the Target. For the root domain (yourbrand.com), you'll need an A record or CNAME, depending on your provider's support.
SSL Certificate Issuance Failure: CAA Records
If you encounter SSL certificate issuance failure during binding, your domain might have CAA records restricting certificate issuance to specific authorities. Log in to your DNS backend, check for CAA type records, and either delete them or add CAA records that permit Kanorio's certificate authorities. After DNS propagation, Kanorio will automatically retry the configuration.
Changing or Removing a Domain
To change: Remove the currently bound domain in the backend, add the new domain, complete DNS settings, and wait for propagation and SSL configuration. To remove: After removing the domain in the backend, your site will revert to using a Kanorio subdomain. All content and settings will be preserved.
Changing Your Free Kanorio URL: In the editor, go to 'Publish' → 'Use Kanorio URL'. Find the URL name field, unlock it, and enter a new name (lowercase English letters, numbers, hyphens). The old URL will become inaccessible after the change.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Kanorio is a cloud-based SaaS platform, and your website must be hosted on Kanorio. If you wish to use your own URL, you can link your custom domain to Kanorio, allowing visitors to access your site via your domain. The content is yours; refer to the Terms of Service.
Typically, it takes a few minutes to a few hours, with a maximum of 24 to 48 hours. See DNS Check for details.