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August 17, 2026
# Use your own domain with DNS Forwarding
**Table of contents**
- [Overview](https://help.gotphoto.com/en/support/use-your-own-domain-with-dns-forwarding#Overview)
- [Setup](https://help.gotphoto.com/en/support/use-your-own-domain-with-dns-forwarding#Setup)
- [The takeaway](https://help.gotphoto.com/en/support/use-your-own-domain-with-dns-forwarding#The-takeaway)
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### **Overview**
Subdomains are available as soon as you register your GotPhoto account. You can choose your custom subdomain (e.g., `yourname.gotphoto.com`) to use as your store's web address.
If you’d like to use your own custom domain (e.g., `www.yourdomain.com`), you'll need to set up DNS forwarding through your domain provider. This article explains how to configure it correctly.
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### **Setup**
**⚠ Important:** Only set up domain forwarding if the domain is not already used for an independent website. This feature will not work if your domain is already hosting a stand-alone website with its own content and structure.
While steps may vary slightly depending on your domain provider, the process is generally the same. Choose the section below based on whether you're forwarding a main domain or a subdomain.
### **A. Forwarding your main domain (e.g., www.yourdomain.com)**
1. 1Log in to your domain provider's control panel and open the **domain settings**.
2. 2Create an **A Record** pointing to IP address **52.30.220.0**.
3. 3Create the subdomain **www**.
4. 4Create a **CNAME** for `www` pointing to **secure.gotphoto.com**.
5. 5In your GotPhoto admin panel, navigate to:
- **Online Shop → Domain & Integration → Connect your domain**
6. 6Then enter your main domain.
### **B. Forwarding a subdomain (e.g., shop.yourdomain.com)**
1. 1Log in to your domain provider's control panel and go to **domain settings**.
2. 2Create the desired subdomain (e.g., `shop`).
3. 3Create a **CNAME** for that subdomain pointing to **secure.gotphoto.com**.
4. 4In GotPhoto, go to **Settings → Domain & Integration → Connect your domain** and enter your subdomain.
### **Note:** DNS changes can take up to 24 hours to propagate.
### Helpful search terms for your domain provider’s support or FAQ:
- DNS forwarding
- CNAME record
- A record
**Too technical?** Reach out to your domain provider’s support team. This is a common and straightforward request they should be able to assist with.
### **Enabling your free SSL certificate**
Once your A Record and CNAME are configured correctly, go to your **Settings → Domain Integration** tab in GotPhoto and click **Enable SSL Certificate** to secure your custom domain with HTTPS—free of charge.
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### **The takeaway**
Strengthen your brand by using your own domain for your GotPhoto store. With just a few DNS settings and the option to activate a free SSL certificate, you can enhance both professionalism and customer trust on your sales page.
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