Connecting a custom domain to your LinkStacked page requires adding a DNS record with your domain registrar. Here's a detailed reference for all DNS configurations.
Using a subdomain (recommended)
The simplest configuration is a CNAME record on a subdomain (e.g. links.yourname.com):
Type: CNAME Name: links Value: cname.linkstacked.com
Using a root domain (apex)
For a root domain (e.g. yourname.com), CNAME records are not technically valid at the root. Instead, use an ALIAS or ANAME record if your registrar supports it:
Type: ALIAS (or ANAME) Name: @ (or leave blank) Value: cname.linkstacked.com
Cloudflare users
If your domain is on Cloudflare, set the DNS record to "DNS only" (grey cloud icon), not "Proxied" (orange cloud). SSL is handled by LinkStacked, not Cloudflare's proxy.
Propagation check
After saving your DNS record, check propagation at dnschecker.org. Enter your domain and select the CNAME record type. Once you see the correct value in most regions, your domain should connect within a few minutes.
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