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How do I connect a domain via A Record?

In this article, we explain how you can connect your custom domain to Onepage via name A Record.

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Written by Cagla
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You stay in full control with your domain provider, while Onepage checks everything for you in the background.

New and especially helpful:
Thanks to our Live Status feature, you’ll be guided step by step through the connection process. You’ll see in real time whether everything has been set up correctly – and if something’s missing (e.g. a record wasn’t added), you’ll immediately get a clear error message with a helpful explanation.

✅ Fast & secure
✅ No guesswork during setup
✅ Clear instructions and immediate feedback
✅ Perfect for those who want to keep their domain with their current provider

Let’s go – your professional website is just a few clicks away!


Steps to connect your domain to Onepage using the A-Record method

Follow these steps to connect your domain via A-Record:
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Step 1: Purchase your domain

Sign up with a domain provider such as Namecheap, Strato etc. and register your own domain.
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Step 2: Open the domain settings in Onepage

Log in to Onepage and select your project.

Go to Settings ➡️ Domain Settings.
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Step 3: Add your domain

Click on “Connect custom domain”, enter your domain without www, and click “Next step.”
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Step 4: Select A-Record method and add DNS entries

After adding your domain in Onepage, you'll be asked how you’d like to connect your domain – you'll have the option to choose between A-Record and Nameserver.

👉 Select the A-Record method.
Onepage will now show you two DNS entries that you need to add to your domain provider’s settings exactly as shown:

A-Record:

  • Host/Name: Enter @ to point to the root domain

  • Type: Select A as the record type

  • Value: Enter the IP address provided by Onepage: 216.162.200.200

  • TTL: Use the default value (usually 3600 seconds)

CNAME:

  • Host/Name: www

  • Value: Copy and paste your domain here as shown in the Onepage domain settings

⚠️ Important: Make sure to copy both entries exactly as shown – this is the only way to ensure your domain connects correctly.

Once you’ve added and saved the records with your domain provider, click “Okay, got it” in Onepage to move forward.

Step 5: Check Live Status

After saving both DNS entries (A-Record and CNAME) and clicking “Okay, got it” in Onepage, the platform will show you the Live Status of your domain connection.

You can now follow the process live as Onepage checks everything for you. There are three steps:

  1. DNS entries are correct:
    Onepage checks whether your A-Record and CNAME are properly set up. If everything looks good, this step will turn green.

  2. All servers updated:
    Once your changes are globally active, Onepage will detect that too. This step turns green when DNS propagation is complete.

  3. SSL certificate is being generated:
    Finally, Onepage automatically generates an SSL certificate so your site is accessible securely via HTTPS. This may take a few minutes, and you can watch the progress live.
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📌 Please note: It may take up to 24 hours for DNS changes to propagate.

Once all three steps are marked green, your domain is successfully connected to Onepage!

🎉 Your website is now live and reachable via your custom domain – fully secured with SSL encryption!

Frequently asked questions and solutions

My domain is connected, but my website is not online?

  • Propagation Time: DNS changes can take some time to propagate globally. If your domain is not working immediately, wait for a few hours and check again.

  • Clear Cache: Clear your browser cache or try accessing your site in incognito mode if you don't see changes.

  • Contact Support: If the domain still doesn’t connect, contact your domain registrar or Onepage support for assistance.

How long does it take for the changes to take effect?

DNS changes, including A Records, can take up to 48 hours to propagate globally. However, most updates are completed within a few hours.

Where can I find the required IP address for my A Record in Onepage?

The IP address for forwarding to Onepage is:

A-Record:

  • Host/Name: Enter “@” to point to the root domain.

  • Type: Select “A” as the record type.

  • Value: Enter the IP address provided by Onepage: 216.162.200.200

  • TTL: Set to the default value (usually 3600 seconds).

Do I need a custom domain to use this feature?

Yes, to connect a domain via A Record, you must already own a custom domain. You can purchase one through any domain registrar.

What is an A Record?

An A Record (Address Record) maps a domain name to the IP address of the server hosting the website. This is essential for directing visitors to your Onepage website.

💡Do you have any feedback concerning this article? Please let us know through our live chat or at support@onepage.io, so we may keep it up to date. Thank you! 🙂

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