Question 1

Can I connect both www and non-www versions of my domain?

Accepted Answer

Yes, set up DNS records for both your root domain and the www subdomain. Lovable will handle redirects between them. Make sure both have the correct A record pointing to Lovable's servers.

Question 2

Do I need a paid plan to use a custom domain?

Accepted Answer

Yes, custom domains require a paid plan. You can build and test on your free Lovable subdomain first, then connect a custom domain after upgrading.

Question 3

I followed all the steps but my domain still shows an error.

Accepted Answer

Double-check for typos in your DNS records—even one character off will prevent connection. Try clearing your browser cache and testing in incognito mode. If everything looks correct, contact support with your domain name and project ID.

Question 4

My domain was working but suddenly stopped.

Accepted Answer

Verify your DNS records haven't been changed by your domain registrar. Log in and confirm the A record and TXT record still match Lovable's settings. If records look correct, it may be a temporary propagation issue—wait a few hours and try again.

Question 5

Why isn't my custom domain working?

Accepted Answer

Check that your DNS records (A record and TXT record) match exactly what Lovable shows in your dashboard. DNS changes can take up to 48 hours to propagate globally. Use a tool like whatsmydns.net to check propagation status. If records are correct and it's been over 48 hours, contact support.

Question 6

Can I use a subdomain like app.mysite.com?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can connect a subdomain by adding DNS records for that subdomain specifically. The process is the same—just apply the A record and TXT record to the subdomain rather than the root domain.

Question 7

How do I set up DNS to connect my domain to Lovable?

Accepted Answer

You have two options: automatic setup (Lovable walks you through it via Entri) or manual setup (add an A record and TXT record to your registrar's DNS settings using the values shown in your Lovable dashboard). Automatic setup is recommended for ease.

Question 8

How long does DNS propagation take?

Accepted Answer

DNS changes typically propagate within a few hours, but can take up to 48 hours. You can check the status using whatsmydns.net. Your app continues working on your Lovable preview URL in the meantime.

Question 9

What DNS records do I need to add?

Accepted Answer

You need an A record pointing to Lovable's IP address, and a TXT record for domain verification. Both values are shown in your Lovable dashboard when you add a custom domain. Copy them exactly as displayed.

Question 10

Where do I add DNS records?

Accepted Answer

Log into your domain registrar (GoDaddy, Namecheap, Cloudflare, Google Domains, etc.) and find the DNS management section. Add the A record and TXT record values from your Lovable dashboard there.

Question 11

My domain connects but shows a blank page.

Accepted Answer

Make sure your app is published. A blank page usually means DNS is correctly configured, but the app isn't deployed yet. Publish your project in the Lovable editor, wait a few minutes, then refresh your domain.

Question 12

My domain loads slowly or times out.

Accepted Answer

Try clearing your browser cache and refreshing. If the issue persists, check that your DNS records are correct and your app isn't experiencing errors. Test whether your Lovable preview URL loads normally—if it does, the issue is likely DNS-related.

Question 13

Email domain is stuck in "Verifying"

Accepted Answer

Email domain verification requires SPF, DKIM, and DMARC DNS records to be properly configured in your DNS provider. Verify each record exists and matches Resend's values exactly. Allow up to 72 hours for propagation. Once all records are detected, verification completes automatically. Check your DNS provider's status page for propagation delays.

Question 14

My custom domain is connected, but it never becomes live

Accepted Answer

Verify that your DNS A record points exactly to Lovable's IP (provided in Project Settings → Domains). DNS propagation takes up to 72 hours; use a DNS checker tool to confirm propagation. In the meantime, your project is live at xxx.lovable.app. If still not working after 72 hours, contact support@lovable.dev.

Question 15

My domain shows the wrong site or an outdated version

Accepted Answer

Clear your browser cache and CDN cache (if applicable). Verify the DNS A record still points to Lovable's IP. Publish a fresh version of your project to ensure updates are live. If using a reverse proxy, confirm the target is pointing to the correct Lovable IP. Wait a few minutes for propagation.

Question 16

My domain stays in the "Verifying" state during manual setup

Accepted Answer

The 'Verifying' status means Lovable hasn't detected your DNS A record yet. Double-check that the A record is created (not a CNAME), points to Lovable's exact IP, and matches your domain name. Disable Cloudflare proxy on the record. DNS verification can take up to 72 hours. Refresh the page after propagation completes.

Question 17

User provisioning fails with 'domain not verified' error

Accepted Answer

This error occurs when your custom domain hasn't been verified yet. Ensure your DNS records (A record pointing to Lovable's IP) are correctly configured and verify the domain in your project settings. DNS propagation can take up to 72 hours; Lovable will confirm verification with a checkmark. Check that Cloudflare proxy is disabled on the A record.

Question 18

Does my plan include a free custom domain?

Accepted Answer

Lovable plans don't include a free domain name, but all paid plans support connecting your own custom domain at no extra cost. You'll need to purchase a domain separately (either through Lovable or any domain registrar).

Question 19

Which plans support custom domains?

Accepted Answer

All paid plans support custom domains. Free plans include a Lovable subdomain (yourapp.lovable.app) only.

Question 20

Can I keep my domain registrar and just change DNS records?

Accepted Answer

Yes, that's exactly how it works. You don't need to transfer your domain registration. Just update the A record and TXT record at your current registrar to point to Lovable.

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