A custom URL is an important part of your brand identity and online presence. It’s the first thing customers will see when they find you online, so it’s important to make sure it’s memorable, easy to spell, and reflects your brand. While most ecommerce platforms will allow you to set up a custom domain name (URL) for your store, the process can be a bit confusing. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through how to set up a custom URL for your Shopify store in just a few simple steps.
Why Use a Custom URL in Shopify?
A custom URL is a great way to make your Shopify store stand out from the crowd. It can also be used to make your store easier to find and to promote your brand.
There are a few things to consider when choosing a custom URL for your Shopify store. First, you’ll want to make sure that the URL is short and easy to remember. You’ll also want to avoid using any special characters or numbers in the URL, as this can make it harder for people to find your store. Finally, you’ll want to choose a URL that is relevant to your brand and what you sell.
Once you’ve chosen a custom URL, you can set it up in your Shopify settings. To do this, go to the “Domains” tab in your Shopify settings and click “Add Domain.” From here, you’ll be able to enter your custom URL and select which country you would like it to be associated with. After you’ve saved your changes, anyone who visits your custom URL will be redirected to your Shopify store.
How to Set Up Your Custom Domain in Shopify
Assuming you have a domain name purchased and ready to go, you can set it up with your Shopify store in just a few clicks.
First, log into your Shopify admin and click on Online Store > Preferences.
In the Domain section of the Preferences page, enter your custom domain name in the Custom Domain field and click Save. If you have more than one domain name, you can add an Alternate Domain. This will redirect traffic from your alternate domain to your primary domain.
Now that your custom domain is saved in your Shopify preferences, you need to point your DNS (Domain Name System) to Shopify’s servers. This tells the internet where to find your website.
If you registered your domain with Shopify, then we automatically update its DNS settings for you and you can skip this step. For all other domains, follow these instructions:
Navigate to the DNS management page for your custom domain. This is usually where you bought your domain or where you manage its DNS settings.
Add four A records to your DNS settings for these addresses: 23.227.38.65, 54.243.185.195, 192.234.59.253, 199-59-148-168-1 Each record should have a different value but all four values should come from the list above) and each record should point toyourname .myshopify .com .
How to Use a Custom Domain with an existing Shopify Store
You can use a custom domain with an existing Shopify store in a few different ways. The most common way is to use a subdomain, which is a URL that is associated with your main domain but lives on a different server. For example, if your main domain is www.example.com, you can create a subdomain for your Shopify store at shop.example.com.
Another way to use a custom domain with an existing Shopify store is to use what’s called an apex domain. An apex domain is a URL that doesn’t have a “www” in front of it, like example.com. You can’t create an apex domain directly through Shopify, but you can set up what’s called a CNAME record with your DNS provider which will point your apex domain to your Shopify store’s URL.
If you’re not sure how to set up either of these methods, don’t worry – our team can help! Just contact us and we’ll be happy to assist you further.
Conclusion
In conclusion, making a custom URL in Shopify is a great way to improve your store’s branding and make it easier for customers to find your products. Follow the steps outlined in this article and you’ll have your custom URL up and running in no time. If you have any questions, feel free to leave a comment below and we’ll be happy to help.
