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Connect a custom domain name

Point your own domain name to your job board.

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You can connect a domain name to your job board in just a few minutes. If you don't own a domain name yet, we recommend NameCheap.

Once you have a domain name, just follow these steps.

Set the custom domain you want to use in your dashboard.

In your dashboard go to Preferences > General and scroll down until you see the Custom Domain field.

Once you're there, enter the domain name you want to use in the Custom Domain field and save changes.

Remember, you must only enter your domain name. Don't enter the protocol ("http://" or "https://") at the beginning, and don't enter a path ("/jobs") at the end.

You can include a subdomain at the beginning, such as: "jobs.mycustomdomain.com", or "www.mycustomdomain.com".

Configure your DNS settings

For those unfamiliar with the DNS or Domain Name System, think of it as the address book for the internet. To ensure that your domain name points to your job board on our platform, you'll need to make some changes in this address book. Don't worry; we're here to guide you step-by-step.

There are two primary ways to adjust your settings: CNAME record or A record. Let's dive into what that means and how to do it:

1. Understanding the Difference: CNAME vs. A Record

  • CNAME Record: This is like a forwarding address. Instead of pointing to an IP address, a CNAME points to another domain name. This method is more flexible and can adapt to changes, which is why we recommend it.

  • A Record: This points directly to an IP address. It's a fixed address, so if the IP changes in the future, you'd need to update it manually.

We strongly suggest using a CNAME record because it reduces the risk of any disruptions if we make changes to our infrastructure in the future.

2. Setting Up a CNAME Record (Recommended)

  1. Login to Your DNS Provider: This could be services like GoDaddy, NameCheap, Bluehost, etc. Look for an option that says "Manage Domains" or something similar.

  2. Navigate to DNS Settings: Once you're in your domain dashboard, there should be an option for 'DNS Settings' or 'Manage DNS'.

  3. Add a New Record:

    • Type: Choose 'CNAME'.

    • Host or Alias: This might be 'www' if you're setting up a subdomain like www.mydomainname.com. Some providers, like NameCheap, also let you use '@' as a hostname if you want to use your primary domain.

    • Value or Target: Enter dns-target.jobboardfire.com.

  4. Save: There might be a save or confirm button, make sure to press it to finalize your changes.

3. Only if CNAME Doesn't Work: Setting Up an A Record

  1. Login and Navigate: Just like with the CNAME record, go to your DNS settings.

  2. Add a New Record:

    • Type: Choose 'A'.

    • Host: This could be '@' or your desired subdomain.

    • IP Address: 40.85.150.122

  3. Save: Confirm your changes.

Remember, it's vital that the Host or Alias of the DNS record you create is used in the custom domain set in your Job Board Fire dashboard.
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For example, let's say your domain name is mydomainname.com:

  • If your alias is "www" then the Job Board Fire custom domain needs to be set to "www.mydomainname.com".

  • If your alias is "jobs" then the Job Board Fire custom domain needs to be set to "jobs.mydomainname.com".

  • If your alias is "@" or blank then the Job Board Fire custom domain needs to be set to "mydomainname.com"

4. Final Steps

After adjusting your DNS settings:

  • Patience is Key: DNS changes can take anywhere from a few minutes to 48 hours to propagate across the internet. If it doesn’t work immediately, don't worry! It’s normal.

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