Learn how to connect your own domain name to your AI-generated JustCopy.ai website or app. This step-by-step guide covers DNS configuration, CNAME records, SSL certificates, and troubleshooting common issues.
While JustCopy.ai provides free hosting at yourproject.justcopy.ai, connecting a custom domain transforms your AI-generated app into a professional, branded experience. Here is why custom domains matter:
yourcompany.com looks more credible than yourcompany.justcopy.ai. Custom domains build trust with visitors, customers, and investors.
Search engines favor branded domains. Your content ranks better, builds domain authority faster, and you own all the SEO value you create.
Your domain belongs to you. If you ever migrate to another platform, your URLs, backlinks, and brand recognition stay intact.
With your own domain, you can set up professional email addresses like hello@yourcompany.com that match your website.
Before starting the custom domain setup, make sure you have:
Tip: If you do not have a domain yet, we recommend Namecheap or Cloudflare for affordable domain registration with easy-to-use DNS management interfaces.
Open your JustCopy.ai project and navigate to Settings > Custom Domain to begin the setup process.
Navigation Path:
Type your domain name (e.g., www.yourdomain.com or app.yourdomain.com) in the custom domain field and click Add Domain.
Domain Format Examples:
www.yourdomain.com- Most common choiceapp.yourdomain.com- For web applicationsyourdomain.com- Apex/root domainJustCopy.ai will display the required DNS records. Copy the CNAME record value that points to your JustCopy.ai deployment.
You will see records like:
| Type | Host/Name | Value/Target |
|---|---|---|
| CNAME | www | cname.justcopy.ai |
Access your domain registrar (GoDaddy, Namecheap, Cloudflare, Google Domains, etc.) and navigate to DNS management.
Create a new CNAME record with your subdomain as the host and the JustCopy.ai target as the value. Set TTL to 300 or Auto.
CNAME Record Settings:
Important:Do not include your full domain in the Host field. If adding www.yourdomain.com, only enter "www" as the host.
Return to JustCopy.ai and click Verify. DNS propagation may take 1-48 hours. Once verified, your custom domain is active.
Propagation Status:
Use dnschecker.org to check propagation status worldwide.
JustCopy.ai automatically provisions a free SSL certificate for your custom domain. HTTPS will be enabled within minutes of verification.
SSL Features:
Here are specific instructions for popular domain registrars. Find your provider below:
Other Providers:The process is similar for AWS Route 53, Hover, Name.com, Bluehost, and other DNS providers. Look for "DNS Management" or "DNS Records" in your dashboard and add a CNAME record with the values provided by JustCopy.ai.
DNS propagation can take 1-48 hours. Wait and try verifying again. Use dnschecker.org to confirm your records are visible globally.
This usually occurs when Cloudflare's proxy is enabled with Full SSL mode. Either disable the Cloudflare proxy (set to DNS Only / gray cloud) or ensure SSL mode is set to "Full (strict)" in Cloudflare.
SSL certificates are provisioned automatically after domain verification. If HTTPS is not working after 24 hours, ensure the domain is fully verified and try re-verifying in JustCopy.ai settings.
Some registrars do not support CNAME records on apex domains. Solutions:
Clear your browser cache (Ctrl+Shift+R or Cmd+Shift+R) and try an incognito window. If the issue persists, check for conflicting DNS records or cached DNS on your network.
Go to your project settings in JustCopy.ai, click Custom Domain, enter your domain name, then add the provided CNAME record to your domain registrar DNS settings. Verification typically completes within 1-48 hours.
Yes, JustCopy.ai supports apex domains (yourdomain.com without www). For apex domains, you will need to add an A record or use ALIAS/ANAME records if your registrar supports them. We recommend using a subdomain like www for easier management.
DNS propagation typically takes 1-4 hours but can take up to 48 hours in some cases. You can use tools like dnschecker.org to monitor propagation status across different global DNS servers.
Yes, JustCopy.ai automatically provisions free SSL certificates for all custom domains using Let's Encrypt. HTTPS is enabled automatically once your domain is verified, requiring no additional configuration.
Yes, you can add multiple custom domains to a single project. This is useful for regional domains, marketing campaigns, or A/B testing with different domain names.
JustCopy.ai works with all DNS providers including GoDaddy, Namecheap, Cloudflare, Google Domains, AWS Route 53, Hover, Name.com, and any other standard DNS service.
Common issues include incorrect CNAME values, DNS propagation delays, or conflicting records. Verify your records match exactly what JustCopy.ai provided, clear your browser cache, and wait up to 48 hours for full propagation.
JustCopy.ai does not act as a domain registrar. You keep your domain with your current registrar (GoDaddy, Namecheap, etc.) and simply point it to JustCopy.ai using DNS records. This gives you full ownership and control.
Custom domain setup for JustCopy.ai only affects web traffic. Your email configuration (MX records) remains separate and unaffected. You can use any email provider alongside your JustCopy.ai custom domain.
Your original yourproject.justcopy.ai subdomain remains active and continues to work. You can use both URLs, or set up a redirect from the JustCopy subdomain to your custom domain for SEO consistency.
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Custom domains included on all plans • Free SSL certificates • No technical knowledge required