Use a custom domain (for example, www.yoursite.com) to make it easy for customers to find your site. If you do not already own a domain name, you need to purchase one to connect to your site. A custom domain puts your brand front and center, making your site more memorable to visitors and allowing you to set up additional security measures for your site.
Purchase a Domain with IONOS
Through Duda's partnership with IONOS, you can purchase a domain directly within the editor, and the domain is free for the first year! When you purchase your domain this way, IONOS automatically configures the domain settings to work with your new site.There is no need to configure CNAME records or 301 redirect setup for domains purchased with the IONOS/Duda integration.
To publish a site and purchase a domain with IONOS:
In your editor, at the top right, click Publish.
Click Change Site Address.
Select Purchase a new domain for your site, and then click IONOS.
Purchase your domain from IONOS.
After purchase, you will be prompted to connect your new domain with your site. Just click the button to complete set up. Please note:
When purchasing a domain from IONOS through our integration, IONOS will be your point of contact. For any questions or complications, please reach out directly to IONOS support (www.ionos.com/contact).
Not available on all custom plans, please reach out to your account owner if you have any questions.
Other Domain Registrars
While we strongly recommend buying your domain from the editor, you can purchase your new domain name from any domain registrar (for example, GoDaddy.com).
When you purchase your domain from a different registrar, you need to follow additional steps to connect the domain to your website. For more information, see Go Live, Publish, and Set Up Your Domain or check out the domains section for specific instructions for your provider.
A custom domain name is not required to view your site. You can publish your site using the default domain (for example, yoursite.multiscreensite.com).
When choosing a registrar, make sure the registrar you choose supports CNAME records and 301 redirects.
If you already own a domain, you can connect it to your site by following the instructions here.