Speedrun: Setting Up a Custom Domain on PocketHost

Custom domains are a Pro feature on PocketHost, which also unlocks unlimited projects and domains—a great deal if you plan to manage multiple projects.

1. Add the Custom Domain in PocketHost

• Go to your PocketHost instance dashboard.
• In the settings, add your custom domain. If you haven't upgraded yet, switch to the Pro plan to enable this feature.

2. Configure DNS with Your Provider

• Add a CNAME record pointing to your PocketHost instance using your DNS provider.
• Recommendation: Use Cloudflare to manage your DNS, as it supports CNAME flattening. This allows you to CNAME directly to your root domain, avoiding the need to use www.

3. Verify Domain Ownership

• After adding the CNAME, follow the instructions to contact @noaxis on Discord. He'll provide the TXT record needed for Cloudflare to verify your domain ownership.

4. Test Your Setup

• Once everything is set up, test your configuration by browsing to your custom domain to ensure everything is working as expected.

By following these steps, you can easily set up a custom domain for your PocketHost projects and take advantage of the Pro plan's features.