> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.pixfizz.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.pixfizz.com/admin-and-settings/setup-custom-domains.md).

# Setup Custom Domains

Instructions on how to setup custom domains with Pixfizz

A domain is the URL or web address where your customers go to find your store online. By default, your storefront will have a `pixfizz.com` URL, however you can change the web address that's displayed to customers. You need to use a custom domain, such as `www.yourbrand.com` that can be purchased from a domain provider. Consider using a domain that matches your brand, or as close as possible, as it can help you build trust in your online store.

Once you have purchased a custom domain for your brand you need to point it to the Pixfizz servers. This can be done via your domain's DNS settings by setting up a CNAME record that points to hosting.pixfizz.com.

### Domain Setup for Pixfizz eCommerce

#### Root Domain Setup

If you are going to use the **root domain** for your storefront, for example `yourdomain.com` or `www.yourdomain.com`, then we suggest you create an **A** record on the root, represented with a **'\*'** and then point it to the IP value of **`108.168.254.27`**. Then you must also create a **CNAME** record for the www subdomain with the value of **`hosting.pixfizz.com`**.

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#### Subdomain Setup

If you are going to be using a **subdomain** for your storefront, for example `design.yourdomain.com` then you will only need to create a CNAME record pointing to **`hosting.pixfizz.com`**.

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#### Connect the Custom Domain via your Pixfizz admin&#x20;

After ensuring that the domains are correctly pointing to Pixfizz, you can then go into your Pixfizz admin, navigate to the Settings > General tab where you will find the **Domain Hosting** section. From there you must hit the **Add Domain** button and simply add the Hostname value for your domain, for example `www.yourdomain.com`.

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To have an **SSL certificate** added for your domain, please contact <support@pixfizz.com> to request it. This can only be done by a Pixfizz staff member via the *superadmin* and once requested, will take up to 60 minutes before it is activated.

Pixfizz is integrated with [Let's Encrypt](https://letsencrypt.org/) to provide automated SSL certificates which automatically renew.

#### What is the 'Block Admin' setting?

In case you want to avoid any access to the Pixfizz admin portal on a custom domain, you can do so by requesting Pixfizz to activate the setting. Once activated, this means that the admin portal for your storefront will only be accessible via the Pixfizz subdomain.&#x20;

### Domain Setup for 3rd Party eCommerce

Coming soon.