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How to connect your domain to your forum

  1. Log in to your Website Toolbox account.
  2. Go to SettingsDomainUse A Domain I Own.
  3. Enter your domain name (e.g., mysite.com).
  4. Choose whether to Add to your existing website or Replace your website with your forum.
  5. Note your Forum Address (e.g., forum.mysite.com).
  6. Click Continue.
  7. Log in to your domain host’s website.
  8. Find DNS Settings (or similar).
  9. Add a CNAME record:
    • Name: the first part of your Forum Address (before the dot, e.g., forum)
    • Points to: custom.websitetoolbox.com
  10. Return to Website Toolbox and click Continue.
  11. Wait a few minutes to a few hours for the changes to take effect. You’ll get an email when your forum is ready.

If you need help, we can set it up for you or guide you through any issues.

Once connected, you can optionally embed the forum into your website.


If you still need help, please contact us.