Setting up your domain is the final step in launching your professional Appliance.io website. Your domain is your online identity — it helps customers find you, trust you, and remember your brand. Whether you already own a domain or you’re starting fresh, Appliance.io makes the connection process simple, secure, and stress-free.
📍 Accessing Domain Setup
To begin:
Open the sidebar and click Settings.
Scroll to the Website Settings section.
Select Domain Setup from the onboarding steps.
Here, you can choose between:
Using your own custom domain (e.g., yourstore.com), or
Using a free Appliance.io subdomain (e.g., yourstore.applianceio.com)
If you choose an Appliance.io subdomain, simply enter the name and click Check Availability.
If you’re connecting your own domain, continue with the steps below.
🌐 Step 1: Choose and Register Your Domain
If you don’t already have a domain, you can purchase one from popular registrars such as:
Namecheap
GoDaddy
Google Domains
Bluehost
HostGator
Tips for choosing a great domain name:
Keep it short, simple, and easy to spell
Use relevant keywords when possible
Avoid numbers or hyphens
Choose the right extension (e.g., .com, .shop, .tech)
Once purchased, you’re ready to connect it to Appliance.io.
🛠️ Step 2: Update Your DNS Settings
Log in to your domain provider’s DNS management panel (Cloudflare, GoDaddy, Route53, Squarespace, etc.).
Then add the correct DNS record based on whether you’re using your main domain or a subdomain.
A. Connecting Your Main Domain (example.com)
Add this A record:
Name | Type | Value | TTL |
@ | A | 166.117.112.218 | Auto |
B. Connecting a Subdomain (shop.example.com)
Add this CNAME record:
Name | Type | Value | TTL |
shop.example.com | CNAME | shop.appliance.io | Auto |
⏱ DNS propagation can take up to 48 hours, depending on your provider.
🔍 Step 3: Verify Your Domain in Appliance.io
Once your DNS records are saved:
Go to app.appliance.io
Open Website Settings
Head to My Website > Content > Domain Setup
Click Verify
If verification fails, it usually means your DNS changes are still propagating. Try again later.
After verification succeeds, click Publish to make your website live.
🔒 Step 4: SSL Certificate Activation (Automatic)
Appliance.io automatically provides a free SSL certificate for every connected domain.
Once your domain is verified:
✔ Your website loads over HTTPS
✔ Visitors see the secure padlock icon
✔ No manual installation required
SSL activates automatically after domain verification and publishing.
🧪 Step 5: Test Your Domain
Before announcing your website, confirm that everything is working:
Visit your domain — does the site load?
Ensure your A record points ONLY to 166.117.112.218
Check that the SSL padlock appears
Test any email services connected to your domain
Confirm DNS propagation with online tools:
Once all checks are complete, your domain is officially live!
🎉 You’re All Set!
Your domain is now connected to Appliance.io, and your website is live on the internet! Whether you're creating a storefront, product site, or a unique digital experience, your custom domain brings your brand to life.
If you need help at any point, click the Intercom chat in the bottom-right corner of the screen or call our support team from the POS header.
Go live, grow your brand, and make something awesome!