Hi tjbleo616,
Welcome to Cloudflare! I understand that setting up DNS records might be a new experience for you, but don’t worry – I’m here to guide you through the process. Follow these steps to add DNS records for your website, application, and optimize performance:
Login to Cloudflare Dashboard:
Visit Cloudflare
Log in with your credentials.
Select Your Domain:
Once logged in, select the domain you purchased from Cloudflare.
Go to DNS Settings:
Navigate to the “DNS” section in the Cloudflare dashboard.
Add A Records for Your Website:
Look for the “A” (Address) record section.
Add a new record for your website by entering the domain (e.g., www) in the “Name” field and the IP address of your web server in the “IPv4 address” field.
Add CNAME Records for Your Application:
If your application uses a subdomain (e.g., app.yourdomain .com), add a CNAME record.
Enter the subdomain in the “Name” field and the target domain or server in the “Domain name” field.
Optimize Performance with Cloudflare Records:
Cloudflare provides performance-boosting features like CDN and security.
Ensure that your DNS records have the orange cloud icon enabled (proxied through Cloudflare) for improved performance.
Save Your Changes:
After adding the necessary records, make sure to save your changes.
Verify DNS Propagation:
Keep in mind that DNS changes may take some time to propagate. You can use online tools to check the status of your DNS propagation.
Feel free to reach out if you encounter any issues or have further questions. The Cloudflare community is also a great place to seek help and share experiences.
Best regards,
Francisco Barros