How to Connect a Custom Domain

Connecting a custom domain to Blogger and creating content are two separate but essential parts of running your blog. Here is the step-by-step guide for both.

Part 1: How to Connect a Custom Domain

Before you begin, ensure you have purchased a domain from a registrar (like GoDaddy, Namecheap, etc.) and have access to its DNS settings.

1. Configure in Blogger:
   • Sign in to your Blogger dashboard.
   • On the left menu, click Settings.
   • Under the Publishing section, click Custom domain.
   • Enter your domain (e.g., [www.yourdomain.com](https://www.yourdomain.com)). Note: Using the “www” prefix is the standard method for Blogger.
   • Click Save. You will see an error message with two CNAME records; keep this window open.
2. Update DNS Settings with Your Provider:
   • Open your domain registrar’s dashboard in a new tab and locate your DNS settings or DNS Management section.
   • Add the CNAMEs: Create two CNAME records using the names and destinations provided in your Blogger error message.
     • Name/Host: Usually “www” (or as provided by Blogger).
     • Destination/Target: ghs.google.com.
     • Second CNAME: Copy the specific name and destination string provided by Blogger.
   • Add A-Records (Optional but Recommended): To ensure your “naked” domain (e.g., yourdomain.com) redirects to your “www” version, add these four A-records pointing to Google’s IPs:
     • 216.239.32.21
     • 216.239.34.21
     • 216.239.36.21
     • 216.239.38.21
3. Finalize:
   • Wait at least 15–60 minutes for the changes to propagate.
   • Return to the Blogger Settings page and click Save again. If the error disappears, you are connected.
   • HTTPS: Once connected, enable HTTPS availability and HTTPS redirect in the “HTTPS” section of your Blogger settings for a secure site.

Part 2: How to Create Articles

1. Start a New Post:
   • From your Blogger dashboard, click the New post button (top left).
2. Write Your Content:
   • Title: Enter a clear, keyword-rich title for your article.
   • Editor: Write your content in the main editor. You can use the top toolbar to format text (bold, italics, etc.), add links, insert images, or embed videos.
3. Optimize Post Settings (Right Sidebar):
   • Labels: Add tags (e.g., “Tech,” “Tutorials”) to help categorize your posts.
   • Permalink: You can set a custom URL (e.g., [yourdomain.com/2026/06/how-to-connect-domain.html](https://yourdomain.com/2026/06/how-to-connect-domain.html)) to make it SEO-friendly.
   • Schedule: If you aren’t ready to post immediately, use the “Schedule” option to publish it at a later date.
4. Preview and Publish:
   • Click Preview to see how the post will look on your live site.
   • When satisfied, click Publish.

Pro-Tips for Your Content

• Use Headers: Use the “Heading” options in the text editor (H1, H2, H3) to structure your articles, which helps with search engine rankings.
• Media: Since you work with video production, consider embedding your YouTube videos into your blog posts to drive traffic between your platforms.
• Consistency: Use the “Labels” feature consistently to ensure your sidebar widgets (like “Popular Posts” or category lists) function correctly.