Add a Custom Domain to Your Simplebooklet

You can use your own domain to replace the simplebooklet.com part of your Simplebooklet's weblink. A custom domain can point to a single Simplebooklet, a specific Collection, or serve as the default domain used for all weblinks in your account.

Why Use a Custom Domain?

Using a custom domain builds credibility and professionalism with your audience. When people see your own domain in the link you share, they're more confident that your content is authentic and secure.

Because you own your domain, only you can set it up to point to your Simplebooklet account. Since your www. domain usually points to your main website, you'll create a subdomain (like guide.mydomain.com, brochure.mydomain.com, or learn.mydomain.com) to use with your Simplebooklets.

Before You Start

Adding a custom domain requires access to your domain registrar's DNS settings. It's a simple process that usually takes less than five minutes.

Here are links to CNAME setup instructions for common providers: GoDaddy | Bluehost | WIX | Namecheap | Google

Step 1 — Add a CNAME Record at Your DNS Registrar

1. Log in to your DNS Manager where your domain is registered.

2. Find the CNAME section and click Add New CNAME.

3. Enter the following:

• Hostname — Your chosen subdomain, e.g. guide or catalog (not the full domain — just the subdomain prefix)

• Points to — simplebooklet.com. (include the trailing period — some DNS tables require it)

• TTL — ½ hour

4. Click Save. Your new CNAME record will appear in your DNS list.

5. Wait approximately 30 minutes for the DNS changes to propagate.

6. Verify your setup using the MX Toolbox CNAME Checker — enter your new subdomain (e.g., guide.mydomain.com) to confirm it's resolving correctly.

Step 2 — Add the Domain in Simplebooklet

7. Open your Dashboard and click Domain in the left-hand toolbar.

8. Click the plus icon next to Add Custom Domain.

9. Enter your new subdomain (without https://) and click Add Domain.

10. Choose how to apply the domain:

• Check Set as Default Account Domain to apply this domain to all booklets and collections in your account.

• Leave it unchecked if you want the domain to point to a specific Simplebooklet or Collection only.

11. If left unchecked, select the specific Simplebooklet or Collection you want the domain to point to.

12. Click Apply. Your custom domain is now active and pointing to your chosen content.

Helpful Notes

• You don't need a full website hosted at your domain — just access to your DNS manager.

• SSL certificates are automatically handled by Simplebooklet — no purchase required.

• You can add multiple subdomains to point to different booklets or collections.

How This Impacts the Reader's Journey

Using a custom domain strengthens the Awareness and Attention stages of the Reader's Journey. When readers see your branded URL, it instantly reinforces your credibility and captures their attention before they even open your booklet. It sets a professional tone, signals authenticity, and makes your content feel more aligned with your brand — helping you stand out from the very first click.

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Updated on: 10/04/2026