Custom Domains
ProRequires a Pro or Builder plan, plus a domain you own with DNS access
What are Custom Domains?
A custom domain lets you serve your short links from a subdomain you own — for example go.yourbrand.com — instead of the default awsys.co domain. This keeps your brand front and center in every link you share. Custom domains require a one-time DNS configuration; once verified, all new links you create are automatically served from your domain.
Requirements
Custom domains are available on Pro (1 domain) and Builder (up to 5 domains) plans. You must own the domain and have access to its DNS settings through your registrar or DNS provider (Cloudflare, Route 53, GoDaddy, etc.).
Step-by-step: Connect a custom domain
- Go to Settings → Custom Domains and click Add Domain.
- Enter the subdomain you want to use (e.g.,
go.yourbrand.com). Root domains (without a subdomain) are not supported — use a subdomain. - AWSYS.CO displays two DNS records to add: a CNAME record pointing to
cname.awsys.co, and a TXT verification record. - Log in to your DNS provider and create both records exactly as shown. Allow up to 48 hours for DNS propagation (usually much faster).
- Return to Settings and click Verify. A green status badge confirms the domain is active.
- Any new short links you create will now default to your custom domain. Existing awsys.co links remain unchanged unless you edit them to switch domains.
Configuration reference
| DNS record | Type | Value |
|---|---|---|
Subdomain (e.g. go) |
CNAME | cname.awsys.co |
| Verification | TXT | Unique token shown in Settings (changes per account) |
| SSL/TLS | Auto-provisioned | HTTPS certificate issued automatically after verification |
Common questions
Can I use a root domain (e.g., yourbrand.com with no subdomain)?
No. Root domains cannot use CNAME records due to DNS standards. Use a subdomain like go.yourbrand.com or links.yourbrand.com. If your DNS provider supports CNAME flattening (like Cloudflare), root domains may work — test with caution.
How long does SSL provisioning take?
TLS certificates are provisioned automatically within a few minutes of domain verification. If the domain shows as verified but HTTPS is not yet working, wait 10–15 minutes and try again.
Do existing links on awsys.co move to my custom domain?
No — existing links keep their awsys.co URL. Only new links created after the domain is verified will use your custom domain by default. You can manually switch individual links in the dashboard.
What happens if I remove a custom domain?
Any links currently using that domain will stop redirecting until reassigned to awsys.co or another active domain. Remove domains carefully and update your links first.