# Custom domain

DitCal allows users to configure custom domains for booking pages, routing forms, and user and team booking pages. By setting up a custom domain, businesses can maintain brand consistency and provide a seamless booking experience under their own domain.

### Benefits of Using a Custom Domain

* **Brand Consistency**: Use your own domain instead of DitCal’s default URLs.
* **Professional Appearance**: Enhance credibility by hosting booking pages on your company’s domain.
* **Improved User Experience**: Provide a seamless transition for customers booking appointments.

### How to Configure a Custom Domain

Follow these steps to set up a custom domain for DitCal booking pages:

#### Step 1: Navigate to Custom Domain Settings

1. Log in to your DitCal account.
2. Go to **Settings** > **Custom Domain**.
3. Enter the domain or subdomain you want to use.

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#### Step 2: Configure Your CNAME Record

1. Access your domain provider’s DNS settings.
2. Create a new **CNAME** record.
3. Set the **Host** field to the subdomain or domain entered in DitCal.
4. Point the **Value/Target** field to `base.ditcal.com`.
5. Save your changes and wait for DNS propagation (this may take a few hours).

#### Step 3: Verify and Activate

1. Return to DitCal’s **Custom Domain** settings.
2. Click **Velidate DNS** to check the DNS setup.
3. Once verified, your custom domain will be activated for booking pages and routing forms.

### Managing Your Custom Domain

* To update or change your custom domain, return to **Settings > Custom Domain** and enter a new domain.
* If you need to remove a custom domain, delete the CNAME record from your domain provider and reset the domain settings in DitCal.
* Ensure your SSL certificate is automatically managed by DitCal for secure connections.

### Conclusion

Setting up a custom domain in DitCal enhances branding and provides a professional booking experience. By following the simple steps above, you can configure a custom URL for your booking pages, ensuring seamless integration with your business identity.


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