DNS Configuration
Configure DNS records to connect your domain to ShortyLink
After adding your domain to ShortyLink, you need to configure DNS records at your domain registrar to point your domain to our servers.
Subdomain Configuration (CNAME)
For subdomains like go.yourcompany.com, add a CNAME record:
| Type | Name | Value | TTL |
|---|---|---|---|
CNAME | go | proxy.shortylink.io | 3600 |
Note
Replace "go" with your actual subdomain. If your full domain is link.mybrand.com, use "link" as the name.
Root Domain Configuration
For root domains (apex domains) like yourlinks.com, the configuration depends on your DNS provider:
Option A: ALIAS/ANAME Record
If your DNS provider supports ALIAS or ANAME records (Cloudflare, DNSimple, DNS Made Easy):
| Type | Name | Value |
|---|---|---|
ALIAS | @ | proxy.shortylink.io |
Option B: A Records
If ALIAS records aren't available, use A records:
| Type | Name | Value |
|---|---|---|
A | @ | 76.76.21.21 |
Important
A records point to static IPs. While we try to keep these stable, ALIAS records are preferred for better reliability.
Provider-Specific Guides
DNS configuration varies by provider. Here are quick guides:
Cloudflare
- Log in to Cloudflare dashboard
- Select your domain
- Go to DNS → Records
- Add a CNAME record with your subdomain
- Set proxy status to "DNS only" (gray cloud)
GoDaddy
- Log in to GoDaddy account
- Go to My Products → DNS
- Click Add under Records
- Select CNAME type
- Enter subdomain and target
Namecheap
- Log in to Namecheap
- Go to Domain List → Manage
- Advanced DNS tab
- Add New Record → CNAME
- Enter host and target
DNS Propagation
DNS changes can take up to 48 hours to propagate globally, though most complete within 15-30 minutes. You can check propagation status using tools like:
- whatsmydns.net
- dnschecker.org
Verifying Your Configuration
Once DNS is configured:
- Return to ShortyLink Domains page
- Click Verify next to your domain
- We'll check your DNS records
- If successful, SSL provisioning begins automatically