render-domains

Configure Render custom domains and TLS certificates for web services and static sites.

Updated Apr 14, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/renderinc/render-codex-plugin --skill render-domains
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Skill: render-domains
Source: https://github.com/renderinc/render-codex-plugin/tree/main/skills/render-domains
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/renderinc/render-codex-plugin --skill render-domains

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Configuring custom domains and TLS for Render web services can be complex and error-prone, leading to downtime or insecure connections.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Add a custom domain to a web service or static site
  • Configure DNS records (CNAME, A, or ALIAS) and manage apex and wildcard domains
  • Troubleshoot certificate issuance and domain verification
  • Disable the onrender.com subdomain after adding a custom domain
  • Reference blueprint-style domain configuration in render.yaml

Quick Start

Configure your first custom domain by adding it in the service Settings > Custom Domains and verifying DNS propagation.

Frequently Asked Questions about render-domains

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I configure a custom domain on Render?

To configure a custom domain on Render, add the domain in your service Settings under Custom Domains, then update your DNS provider with the generated CNAME, A, or ALIAS records to verify ownership and provision TLS.

What DNS records do I need for Render apex domains?

Render apex domains require an A record or ALIAS record pointing to the provided IP address, while www subdomains use a CNAME record pointing to your service's onrender.com address.

Why is my Render TLS certificate not issuing?

Render TLS certificate issuance fails when DNS records are misconfigured or have not fully propagated, so verify your CNAME or A records match the values in the service Settings before requesting certificate provisioning.

Can I disable the default onrender.com subdomain after adding a custom domain?

Yes, you can disable the default onrender.com subdomain after adding a custom domain by toggling off the original subdomain in the Custom Domains section of your web service or static site settings.

How do I define custom domains in a render.yaml blueprint?

You can define custom domains in a render.yaml blueprint by adding the domain configuration block to your service definition, allowing automated provisioning of DNS settings and TLS certificates during deployment.

Does Render support wildcard TLS certificates for custom domains?

Render supports wildcard domains and their associated TLS certificates, allowing you to route multiple subdomains to a single web service by configuring the appropriate DNS records.