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In this guide, you’ll learn how to:
  • Link a domain you already own to your Rocket app.
  • Set up DNS records with your domain provider.
  • Launch your app at a custom web address.

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Before you begin

You’ll need:
  • A published Rocket project.
  • Access to your domain registrar (e.g., GoDaddy, Namecheap, Google Domains).
  • Around 24 hours for DNS verification.

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Connect your app to a custom domain

You can point any domain you own to your Rocket app directly from the platform.
1

Open the Launch menu

Click the Launch button in the top-right corner of your project.
Rocket Launch button in the top-right of the project editor.Rocket Launch button in the top-right of the project editor.

Open the Launch menu

In the menu, find Launch on custom domain and click + Add domain.
Launch menu showing the option to add a custom domain.Launch menu showing the option to add a custom domain.

Click Add domain

2

Enter your domain

Type the domain name you own (e.g., example.com) and click Add Domain.
Text input for adding your domain to Rocket.Text input for adding your domain to Rocket.

Enter your domain

3

Update DNS settings at your domain provider

Rocket will show two DNS records. Copy and add them to your domain provider’s DNS settings.
DNS records provided by Rocket for domain verification.DNS records provided by Rocket for domain verification.

Copy your DNS records

You’ll complete this step in your domain provider’s dashboard.
It can take up to 24 hours for the changes to be recognized.
4

Wait for verification

After saving the records, return to Rocket and click Verify.
The domain status will show Verification pending.
Rocket showing your domain status as 'Verification pending'.Rocket showing your domain status as 'Verification pending'.

Pending verification

Once verified, the status updates to Live. Your app is now publicly accessible at your custom domain.
Success check: You’ll see your custom domain listed in the Launch menu and under App menu → Settings → Custom Domain.
Rocket interface showing domain verified and live.Rocket interface showing domain verified and live.

Domain is live

You can manage your domain anytime from App menu → Settings → Custom Domain.
View DNS records, refresh status, or remove the domain.
Heads-up: Connecting a custom domain is available to paid users only.

You did it!

Your app is live at your own domain. You can now set a primary domain, manage redirects, and shape your brand’s presence online.
Need help?
Email support@rocket.new or join our Discord community to ask questions and connect with other creators.