How To Redirect Domains (from www to non-www)
This article will walk through how to redirect domains from the www. version to non-www. version. In this example, we'll be using Cloudflare, but you can follow a similar process with other DNS hosts.
NOTE: You will still need to configure BOTH the www and non-www versions in your account.
Part 1: Setting Up the Domain
Step 1: Navigate to Settings > Domains > URL Redirects at the top > Connect a Domain.
Step 2: Add the non-www version of the domain, such as thedemoaccount.com.
After adding the typing non-www domain, you will also get the option to add the www domain. Turn on that toggle.
Step 3: Hit the “Continue” button, or if you want to add the records manually in your domain’s DNS settings, then choose the option “Add record manually.”
Step 4: If adding the records manually, create the DNS records that the system provided.
If not adding manually, choose the option to “Authorize domain”
Step 5: Once this is done, make sure that both, www and non-www domains are showing up in the list of domains in your account.
Part 2: Setting up the URL Redirect
Step 1: Go to Settings > Domains > URL Redirects
Step 2: Click on the “Add a Redirect” button
Step 3: In the ‘Domain’ field, select the www domain
Step 4: Leave the ‘Path’ field blank
Step 5: In the Redirect Type field, choose “All”
Step 6: In the ‘Target Domain’ field, select the non-www domain
Step 7: Add the Redirect
Part 3: Testing the Sub-domain Forwarding
Go to your funnels/websites and connect the non-www domain inside settings.
Now open a new tab and try opening a link with the www domain. It will automatically redirect to the non-www domain.
FAQ's
1. What should I do if the redirection is not working?
- Double-check the DNS records for both www and non-www domains to ensure they are configured correctly.
- Verify that the redirect settings in Settings > Domains > URL Redirects are accurately set, with the www domain selected in the "Domain" field and the non-www domain in the "Target Domain" field.
2. Can I redirect multiple domains at once?
- No, each domain needs to be configured and redirected individually. Repeat the process for each domain.
3. Do I need to use Cloudflare for this process?
- No, the steps can be adapted for other DNS hosts. The key is configuring DNS records and setting up the redirection correctly within your chosen platform.
4. Why is the www version still appearing after I set up the redirect?
- This may occur due to caching. Clear your browser cache or DNS cache and test again.
- Ensure that the non-www domain is correctly linked to your website or funnel inside your account settings.
5. How can I verify that the redirection is successful?
- Open a new browser tab and enter the www version of your domain. It should automatically redirect to the non-www version.
- Hover over the domain in the listing page to see the redirection string (e.g., "This domain is redirected to example.com").
6. What type of redirect should I use?
- For full domain redirection, choose the “All” option in the Redirect Type field to ensure all pages are redirected from www to non-www.