--- title: "set up a branded domain" description: "Learn all about setting up a branded domain and access our step-by-step instructions, FAQs, and everything you need to know!" url: https://help.ivorey.io/en/articles/12067298-set-up-a-branded-domain collection: "domains" updated: 2026-11-03 language: en --- # set up a branded domain Learn all about setting up a branded domain and access our step-by-step instructions, FAQs, and everything you need to know! ## before you dive in This article is one step from our [Master Help Guide: All About Domains](https://cqcighsbi.gleap.help/en/articles/11136847-all-about-domains-a-master-help-guide). We recommend starting with the Master Help Guide before diving into the technical setup below. Each Master Help Guide acts as your project plan - teaching you the feature, laying out the steps in the right order, and linking to every resource you’ll need along the way. This guide is perfect if you're looking to: - Create a custom branded domain so your ivorey forms, calendars, invoices, and proposals reflect your business identity - Update your DNS records with your domain provider, to include your new branded domain * * * ## how to set up a branded domain Not to be confused with a domain for your website, a **branded domain** in ivorey allows you to replace the system-generated URLs used for calendars, forms, invoices and proposals with a **custom** **subdomain**. This adds a layer of brand professionalism to client-facing links, especially useful if you're working with multiple touchpoints like booking links and proposals. However, this is **an optional step.** If you do not set it up, ivorey will generate a generic URL for you to use instead. > **Info:** If you are creating a branded domain, this needs to be a new subdomain that is **NOT** used anywhere else (e.g. links.yourdomain.com). click here for the written steps 1. From the main ivorey menu, go to **Sites** > **Domains** > **Domains** > then click **\[+ Connect a Domain\]** ​ ​**Note:** if you don't own a domain yet, you will first need to purchase a domain with a provider (e.g. GoDaddy), or directly through ivorey by selecting **\[Purchase a Domain\]** here. 2. On the **Branded Domain** tab, click **\[Connect →\]** \> this will then re-direct you to the branded domain settings, also found by going to **Settings** > **Business Profile** > **\[Branded Domain\]** 3. Inside your **Business Settings**, add your branded domain (e.g. links.yourdomain.com) > then click **\[+ Add Domain\]** 4. Depending on who your domain provider is, you may be able to click **\[Continue\]** to have these DNS records updated inside your domain automatically. However, in most cases, you will need to click **\[Add Record Manually\]** to manually update your DNS records 5. To add the records to your DNS settings, you will need to log into the platform your domain is hosted with (e.g. GoDaddy), and add these DNS records inside the DNS settings. Alternatively, you can share these records with your Domain Provider directly through their chat support, as they will be able to update your DNS records for you 6. Once these records have been added, you will now see your branded domain in the share link URL's of your Forms, Calendars, Proposals and Invoices. **Note:** if your proposals, calendar, or form share links are redirecting to your website or funnel, it’s likely due to the branded domain you’ve set in your business settings. Please go to **Settings** > **Business Profile** > **\[Branded Domain\]**, to review the domain currently in use, and follow the steps above to adjust it if needed. * * * ## next steps > **Success:** If you’ve completed the steps above, head back to the [**Master Help Guide on Domains**](https://cqcighsbi.gleap.help/en/articles/11136847-all-about-domains-a-master-help-guide) to move onto the next phase. > > Each Master Help Guide acts as your project plan - teaching you the feature, laying out the steps in the right order, and linking to every resource you’ll need along the way. * * * ## frequently asked questions do i need to purchase a domain to create a branded domain? Yes, you need to already own a main domain in order to create the branded subdomain. You can purchase one from a provider like GoDaddy or Google Domains, or purchase a domain directly inside ivorey. can i use my branded domain for all ivorey tools? Yes! Once connected, your branded domain can be used for forms, calendars, invoices, proposals, and other client-facing links. * * * ## need help? Hit the support chat widget inside ivorey - we can: - Walk you through any of the steps - Troubleshoot anything that’s not working We’re here and ready to help via the chat widget in the bottom right of your ivorey account. Or if you are looking for done-for-you support, you can browse our current services [here](https://ivorey.io/services) 🤍 ## Related - [all about domains: a master help guide](https://help.ivorey.io/en/articles/11136847-all-about-domains-a-master-help-guide.md) - [domain setup options](https://help.ivorey.io/en/articles/12067322-domain-setup-options.md) - [connect a domain or subdomain](https://help.ivorey.io/en/articles/12944756-connect-a-domain-or-subdomain.md) - [transfer a domain out via Cloudflare](https://help.ivorey.io/en/articles/11820916-transfer-a-domain-out-via-cloudflare.md)