[Google Site] Connecting a Custom Domain: Step-by-Step Guide
1. Overview
Google Sites is a free platform that makes it easy to create and manage websites. However, the URL provided by default is
[invalid URL removed][site name] format is somewhat clunky and hard to remember.
Connecting a custom domain can make your site look more professional and improve brand awareness. also,
You can use a clean, easy-to-remember URL like https://www.[domain name].com.
2. What you need
google site
Custom domain (already registered domain or new domain to register) 구글 사이트 도구 도메인 연결
A domain registrar account that manages your domain name.
3. Step-by-step guide
3.1. Change MX record settings at your domain
registrar
Log in to your domain registrar account. 윤과장의 소소한 일상 이야기
Go to the DNS Settings or MX Records Management menu.
Enter the MX record value provided by the Google site.
Save your changes.
3.2. Connect domain to Google site
Log in to the Google site.
Select “Site Settings” from the left menu.
In the “Domains” tab, click the “Add Domain” button.
Enter the domain name you want to connect to.
Click the “Verify domain ownership” button.
Enter the TXT record value provided by your domain registrar.
Click the “Confirm” button.
Once the domain connection is complete, you can check it in “Site Settings” > “Domain” tab.
4. Additional information
The domain connection process can take up to 72 hours.
If you have trouble connecting your domain, please refer to the Google Site Help Center ([Invalid URL Removed]) or contact Google Customer Center.
To use HTTPS, you must install an SSL certificate. Google provides a free SSL certificate on its site.
5. Tips
Publish all pages on your site before connecting your domain.
Existing URLs will continue to work after you connect your domain. However, we recommend that you use a new URL.
To change your domain name, you must do so in your domain registrar account.
6. Precautions
Changing your domain name may affect your site’s SEO ranking.
If you disconnect your domain, your site will no longer be available.
7. Conclusion
Connecting a custom domain to your Google site is a great way to make your site look more professional and improve brand awareness. Please refer to the step-by-step guide described above to complete your domain connection.