Domain forwarding is a crucial feature that allows you to direct traffic from your custom domains to your actual website. We offer three distinct approaches to handle domain forwarding, each serving different use cases: Default Forwarding, SSL Redirection, and Domain Masking.
Default Forwarding (Basic HTTP Forwarding)
By default, domains set up with basic URL forwarding only work with HTTP protocol (not HTTPS).
How it works:
- http://yourcustomdomain.com β Successfully forwards to your target URL
- https://yourcustomdomain.com β Connection fails or refuses to connect
Limitation:
The HTTPS version fails because your custom domain lacks an SSL certificate at the resolution point.
SSL Redirection (Enhanced Security)
SSL Redirection solves the HTTPS limitation by automatically providing and managing SSL certificates for your custom domains.
Key Features:
- Works with both HTTP and HTTPS protocols
- Automatically generates SSL certificates
- Performs permanent redirects to your target URL
How it works:
Best for:
Those who want a secure redirect while maintaining transparency about the final destination.
Domain Masking (URL Cloaking)
Domain Masking allows you to display your custom domain in the browser's address bar while showing content from your target website.
Key Features:
- Maintains your branded domain in the URL bar
- Works with both HTTP and HTTPS protocols
- Seamlessly displays content from your target URL
How it works:
User visits: whyinfraforge.com
Browser shows: whyinfraforge.com
Content displayed: From infraforge.ai
Best for:
Those who want to maintain brand consistency and hide the underlying platform.
Setting Up SSL & Domain Masking
Navigate to the Domains section in your dashboard
Select "Buy SSL & Domain masking"
βChoose your preferred option:
- Enable SSL redirection for secure forwarding
- Enable Domain masking to maintain your branded URL
Select the domains you want to configure
Complete the setup process
Pricing
-Quarterly: $6 per domain (equivalent to $2/month)
- Includes both SSL certificates and domain masking capabilities
Need Help?
Contact our support team if you need assistance setting up SSL redirection or domain masking for your domains.