How to Connect a Custom Domain to Notion

A custom domain (like `yourname.com`) is essential for building trust and brand identity. While Notion natively provides long, unmemorable URLs, NotionFast allows you to connect any custom domain to your Notion pages seamlessly.

Why You Need a Custom Domain

Professionalism: It shows you take your project seriously.

Memorability: It's easier for users to return to your site.

SEO Benefits: Search engines prefer established domains over generic subdomains.

Step-by-Step Configuration

1. Purchase Your Domain

If you haven't already, buy a domain from a registrar like Namecheap, GoDaddy, or Google Domains.

2. Add Domain to NotionFast

Go to your NotionFast Dashboard.

Select your website project.

Navigate to "Domains" settings.

Enter your domain name (e.g., `www.example.com`) and click Add.

3. Configure DNS Records

You need to tell the internet where your domain should point. Log in to your domain registrar and add the following records:

Type: CNAME

Name: www (or @ for root domain)

Value: `domains.notionfast.com`

TTL: Auto or 3600

*Note: Instructions may slightly vary depending on whether you are using a subdomain or a root domain.*

4. Automatic SSL Provisioning

Once your DNS records propagate (which can take anywhere from a few minutes to 48 hours), NotionFast will automatically provision a free SSL certificate (HTTPS) for your site.

Troubleshooting

"Pending Verification": If your domain is stuck in this state for more than 24 hours, double-check your DNS values.

"Not Secure" Warning: This usually disappears automatically once the SSL certificate is generated after DNS propagation.

Conclusion

Connecting a custom domain is a one-time setup that pays dividends forever. It's the single most impactful upgrade you can make for your Notion-based website.