Keith Best explains how to set up a CNAME record on a host to connect local sites to a main domain, addressing common issues like TTL and proxy settings. He demonstrates the process on Cloudflare, emphasizing the need to turn off the proxy. The CNAME record should be set to “local” and the target to “sites.three.local.com”. After saving, DNS validation is required, which can take from 5 minutes to 24 hours. The SSL configuration may take 24-48 hours. Keith concludes by encouraging viewers to subscribe for more tutorials and to leave comments for future video suggestions.
Action Items
- [ ] @Keith Best – Set up the CNAME record on the host with the name “local” and the target as “sites.three.local.com”.
- [ ] @Keith Best – Update the CNAME record on Cloudflare, ensuring the proxy status is turned off.
- [ ] @Keith Best – Retry the validation process and wait for the SSL configuration to be completed.
- [ ] @Keith Best – Edit and publish the site once the SSL configuration is in progress.
Outline
Setting Up C Name Record on Host
- Keith Best introduces the purpose of the video, which is to show how to set up a C Name record on the host to connect local sites to the main domain.
- Keith explains that some support tickets have been sent in regarding issues with TTL and proxy settings, noting that these settings are often automatically set.
- He advises checking with the host if there are any issues, and if necessary, asking them to set the TTL and proxy status correctly.
- Keith demonstrates the process on the Magic Page Host, explaining that the C Name record should be set to “local” and the target to “sites.three.local.com.”
Updating DNS on Cloudflare
- Keith explains that since the site is on Cloudflare, the DNS settings need to be updated there.
- He logs into Cloudflare, navigates to the site, and adds a new record, setting it to be a C Name record with the name “local” and the target “sites.three.local.com.”
- Keith highlights the importance of turning off the proxy status in Cloudflare to ensure the record works correctly.
- He shows how to turn off the proxy status, removing the grey cloud from the record.
Finalizing DNS Settings
- Keith confirms the final DNS settings: the C Name record name is “local” and the target is “sites.three.local.com.”
- He advises adding comments if desired and then pressing “Save” to complete the setup.
- Keith mentions the need to retry validation, which can take anywhere from 5 minutes to 24 hours.
- Once validated, the SSL configuration will begin, which can take 24 to 48 hours to complete.
Publishing and Testing the Site
- Keith explains that the site can be edited during this time, and he will cover how to edit the site in a future video.
- He notes that the site can be published, but it may not be immediately visible due to the DNS propagation time.
- Keith attempts to access the live site but finds it unreachable, explaining that it can take 24 to 48 hours for the link to be connected.
- He encourages viewers to subscribe to the channel for more videos and to leave comments if they found the video useful or if they have suggestions for future content.
Enjoy!
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