How to Add a Custom Domain to Blogger

How to Add a Custom Domain to Blogger



  1. Step 1: Purchase a Domain

    Buy a domain from registrars like GoDaddy, Namecheap, Google Domains, or Cloudflare.

  2. Step 2: Open Blogger Settings
    • Go to Blogger Dashboard.
    • Select your blog.
    • Click on Settings.
    • Scroll down to Publishing > Custom Domain.
    • Enter your domain (e.g., www.example.com) and click Save.
    • Blogger will show an error with CNAME records.
  3. Step 3: Add CNAME Records to Your Domain
    • Copy the two CNAME records provided by Blogger:
      • First CNAME: www → ghs.google.com
      • Second CNAME: A unique code given by Blogger.
    • Go to your domain provider's DNS settings.
    • Add both CNAME records.
  4. Step 4: Add A Records (Optional for Naked Domain)

    To ensure example.com (without www) works, add these A records:

    Name IP Address
    @ 216.239.32.21
    @ 216.239.34.21
    @ 216.239.36.21
    @ 216.239.38.21
  5. Step 5: Verify & Save in Blogger
    • Wait **5-10 minutes** for DNS updates.
    • Return to **Blogger > Settings > Custom Domain**.
    • Click **Save**.
    • Enable **HTTPS** for security.

Congratulations! Your **Blogger blog** is now using a **custom domain**. 🚀

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