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# Setting Up a Custom Domain for Your Checkout


# 🌐 Set Up a Custom Domain for Your Fleetwire Checkout!

Want to make your checkout page feel like a seamless part of your website? With Fleetwire’s **Premium plan**, you can use a custom domain (e.g., `checkout.yoursite.com`) instead of the default `example.fleetwire.io/checkout`. This creates a branded experience for your customers, boosting trust and professionalism. Let’s get your custom domain set up in just a few steps!
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## 🎯 Why Use a Custom Domain?

A custom domain for your checkout page helps you:

* **Build Trust**: Keep customers on your branded domain, making the checkout feel seamless.
* **Enhance Branding**: Align the checkout URL with your website (e.g., `checkout.yoursite.com`).
* **Secure Transactions**: Fleetwire automatically provides a free SSL certificate for your custom domain.

|| **Note**: Custom domains are available on the Fleetwire Premium plan. Upgrade your plan in [Settings > Account](https://tenant.fleetwire.io/settings/account/overview#subscription) if needed.
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## 🛠 How to Set Up a Custom Domain

Follow these steps to configure a custom domain for your Fleetwire checkout page, including DNS setup and SSL activation.

### Step 1: Enter Your Custom Domain

Tell Fleetwire the domain you want to use for your checkout page.

1. In your Fleetwire dashboard, go to [Settings > Checkout > Custom Domain](https://tenant.fleetwire.io/settings/online-reservations#online-reservations#custom-domain).
2. Enter your desired custom domain (e.g., `checkout.yoursite.com`).
3. Click **Save** to register the domain with Fleetwire.

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/ecf2ca0d77cde000/2a553f99-3dac-47ed-94d2-7dbbe6_16r0iuw.png)

| **Pro Tip**: Choose a subdomain that matches your brand, like `rent.yoursite.com` or `book.yoursite.com`, for a cohesive experience.
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### Step 2: Create a CNAME Record

Point your custom domain to Fleetwire’s servers using a CNAME record with your DNS provider.

1. Log into your DNS provider (e.g., NameCheap, GoDaddy, Cloudflare).
2. Navigate to the DNS settings for your domain.
3. Add a new **CNAME** record:
* **Name**: Your subdomain (e.g., `checkout` for `checkout.yoursite.com`).
* **Target**: Set to `custom.fleetwire.io`.
4. Save the changes.

| **Example with Cloudflare**:

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/337fce28a1535c00/9673a380-1d2f-4fa6-b7ad-fbbfd7_bs8q9d.png)

| **Quick Tip**: DNS changes can take up to 72 hours to propagate, but often complete in minutes. Test your domain after a few hours to confirm.
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### Step 3: Verify SSL Activation

Fleetwire automatically sets up a free SSL certificate for your custom domain once DNS propagation is complete.

1. Wait for DNS changes to propagate (usually a few minutes to a few hours).
2. Visit your custom domain (e.g., `checkout.yoursite.com`) to confirm it loads securely with `https://`.
3. Check for the SSL padlock in your browser to ensure the certificate is active.

| **SSL Confirmation**:

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/693f06943bd1dc00/1f6f2cc9-fe9e-4d8d-8ac2-2a8e38_1i5w96l.png)

||| **Warning**: Changing your custom domain after setup can disrupt links (e.g., booking status pages, e-sign documents). Fleetwire ensures backward compatibility, but test thoroughly to avoid issues.
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## 🌟 Custom Domain Ready, Checkout Branded!

You’ve successfully set up a custom domain for your Fleetwire checkout! Your customers will now enjoy a seamless, branded experience when booking rentals. Visit your new domain today to ensure everything looks perfect.
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## 🚀 Next Steps

Enhance your checkout experience with these tips:

* **Customize Styling**: Add CSS with [Customizing Your Checkout Store with CSS in Fleetwire](/en/article/customize-your-checkout-style-zweu59/).
* **Add Scripts**: Enhance functionality with [Adding Custom Scripts to Your Checkout Page in Fleetwire](/en/article/add-custom-scripts-to-your-checkout-14cct27/).
* **Track Orders**: Monitor bookings with [Registering Pickups and Returns in Fleetwire](/en/article/how-to-register-pickups-and-returns-5fyti3/).
* **Need Help?** Contact us at [hi@fleetwire.io](mailto:hi@fleetwire.io) or via the in-app chat.

Happy branding! 🌟