Domains

Fluid

Updated January 22, 2026 17:40

Introduction

The Domains section in your admin portal allows you to view and manage your domains, configure DNS settings, SSL certificates, redirects, and wildcard subdomains for your website. This comprehensive domain management system enables you to maintain full control over your web presence, ensuring proper domain configuration, security through SSL certification, and seamless user experience through redirect management. Whether you're managing a single domain or multiple domains with complex subdomain structures, this interface provides the tools necessary for professional domain administration.

Accessing Domain Settings

Log in to your Admin portal
Navigate to Settings in your dashboard
In the left navigation sidebar, locate the "System" section
Select "Domains" from the menu options

Settings Overview

Main Interface

The Domains settings page provides a centralized management hub for all your domain-related configurations and monitoring. The interface combines domain listing, status monitoring, and configuration tools in an intuitive layout.

Header Section:

Page title and description explaining domain management capabilities
"View Domain Documentation" link for comprehensive technical guidance
Descriptive text outlining DNS, SSL, certificate, redirect, and subdomain management features
Professional illustration showing a system administrator working with server infrastructure

Understanding Domain Management

Core Functionality

Domain management encompasses several critical aspects of web infrastructure:

DNS Configuration:

Domain Name System settings that direct traffic to your servers
Record management for various domain configurations
Subdomain routing and management
Load balancing and failover configurations

SSL Certificate Management:

Secure Sockets Layer certificates for encrypted connections
Certificate installation, renewal, and monitoring
Security validation and compliance verification
HTTPS enforcement and mixed content prevention

Redirect Management:

URL redirection for domain changes or restructuring
SEO-friendly redirect configurations
Wildcard redirect patterns for complex routing
Temporary and permanent redirect options

Subdomain Administration:

Wildcard subdomain configurations
Individual subdomain management and routing
Subdomain-specific SSL certificate handling
Multi-tenant subdomain architectures

Domain Configuration

URL Configuration:

Domain URL field showing the current domain address
Ability to modify or update the primary domain URL
Validation for proper domain format and accessibility

Redirect Configuration:

Redirect to Domain (optional): Set up domain forwarding to another URL
Current Setting: "None - Stay on domain" (no redirect currently configured)
Dropdown menu with redirect options for domain management strategies

Redirect Options:

None - Stay on domain: Keep users on the current domain
Permanent Redirect: SEO-friendly permanent forwarding

Primary Domain Settings:

Primary Domain Toggle: Designate this domain as the primary website domain
Description: "Make this the primary domain for your website"
Impact: Primary domain affects SEO, default routing, and system-wide domain references

Step 1:

Add Domain: In the top right hand corner select the "Add Domain" button.
Enter Domain Name: Enter the Domain Name you would like to connect with Fluid
Redirect Settings: Choose if you would like to have wild subdomain's with this domain, i.e. wildcard.example.com || johndoe.example.com will both work. If you already have a different domain configured you can redirect to that one instead.

Step 2:

CNAME Record: We will provide you with a CNAME record to point your site to Fluid. This is a dynamic configuration and will be different for every domain.

Verify: Once you have added the CNAME record to your domain registrar click the "Verify" Button

Authorization: This authorization process can take up to 10 minutes to verify.

Step 3:

A Record and CNAME: Once your domain has been verified you will be navigated to the next step. Here you will be given an A record and another CNAME to point your domain to Fluid.
Verification: Confirm once you have added these records to your Domain Registrar. Once these are verified your domain will be connected to Fluid

Step 4:

Complete: Once you are redirected to the fourth step your domain has been verified and configured with Fluid.
Primary Domain: Here you can choose if you want this to be the primary domain for your website. If you do not know you can always update it later from the Domains Table in the settings page.

DNS Status Monitoring

The system provides real-time monitoring of DNS configuration status:

Configuration Availability:

DNS configuration options become available based on domain verification status
Message: "DNS configuration will be available based on the domain verification status"
Automatic enablement once domain verification is completed

DNS Record Types:

A Records: Point domain to specific IP addresses
CNAME Records: Create domain aliases and subdomain routing
MX Records: Configure email routing for domain-based email addresses
TXT Records: Domain verification and security configurations

Verification Process:

Domain ownership verification through DNS records or file upload
SSL certificate generation and installation
DNS propagation monitoring and validation
Full configuration activation upon successful verification

Best Practices

Domain Setup and Configuration

Initial Domain Setup:

Verify domain ownership through your domain registrar
Configure proper DNS records pointing to your server infrastructure
Install and configure SSL certificates for secure connections
Test domain resolution and accessibility from multiple locations

SSL Certificate Management:

Use trusted Certificate Authorities for SSL certificates
Implement automatic certificate renewal to prevent expiration
Monitor certificate status regularly through the admin interface
Ensure all subdomains are covered by wildcard or individual certificates

DNS Configuration Best Practices:

Use reliable DNS providers with good uptime records
Implement proper TTL (Time To Live) values for DNS records
Configure backup DNS servers for redundancy
Monitor DNS propagation after making changes

Redirect Strategy:

Use 301 redirects for permanent domain changes to preserve SEO value
Implement proper redirect chains without creating loops
Test redirects thoroughly before implementing in production
Monitor redirect performance and update as needed

Security Considerations

SSL/TLS Security:

Always use HTTPS for all domains handling sensitive information
Implement HTTP Strict Transport Security (HSTS) headers
Regularly update SSL certificates before expiration
Monitor for SSL certificate warnings or errors

Domain Security:

Enable domain locking at your registrar to prevent unauthorized transfers
Use strong authentication for domain management accounts
Implement DNS security extensions (DNSSEC) where available
Monitor for unauthorized DNS changes or domain hijacking attempts

Access Control:

Limit domain management access to authorized personnel only
Use strong passwords and multi-factor authentication
Regularly audit domain management permissions
Maintain logs of all domain configuration changes

Troubleshooting

Common Domain Issues

Domain Not Connecting:

Verify DNS records are properly configured at your domain registrar
Check that DNS propagation has completed (can take up to 48 hours)
Ensure server configuration accepts connections for the specified domain
Verify firewall and security settings allow domain traffic

SSL Certificate Problems:

Check that SSL certificate is properly installed and configured
Verify certificate covers all necessary domain variations (www, non-www, subdomains)
Ensure certificate is not expired or revoked
Test SSL configuration using online SSL testing tools

DNS Resolution Issues:

Use DNS lookup tools to verify record propagation
Check for conflicting DNS records or misconfigurations
Verify DNS servers are responding and accessible
Clear local DNS cache and test from multiple locations

Redirect Problems:

Test redirect functionality using browser developer tools
Check for redirect loops or incorrect redirect destinations
Verify redirect type (301/302) matches intended usage
Monitor redirect impact on SEO and user experience

Monitoring and Maintenance

Regular Maintenance Tasks

Monthly Checks:

Verify SSL certificate expiration dates and renewal status
Test domain accessibility and loading speeds
Review DNS configuration for any unauthorized changes
Monitor domain registration expiration dates

Quarterly Reviews:

Analyze domain performance and traffic patterns
Review redirect configurations for optimization opportunities
Audit domain security settings and access controls
Plan for any upcoming domain changes or additions

Annual Tasks:

Comprehensive security audit of all domain configurations
Review and update domain management documentation
Evaluate domain portfolio for consolidation or expansion opportunities
Update emergency contact information and recovery procedures

Getting Help

For assistance with domain management:

Consult the "View Domain Documentation" link for detailed technical information
Contact your hosting provider for server-side configuration issues
Reach out to your domain registrar for DNS and registration problems
Contact technical support for platform-specific domain integration issues
Use online DNS and SSL testing tools for diagnostic information

Advanced Configuration:

For complex domain setups involving multiple domains, subdomains, or enterprise-level configurations, consider consulting with technical specialists to ensure optimal performance, security, and maintainability.