🌐 Using a Separate Domain for Your WithMe Hub (When You Already Have a Website)
Already have a website or online store? Awesome — that means you're serious about your brand! But before you connect your existing domain to your WithMe hub, there's something really important you need to know. 👇
⚠️ Why You Shouldn't Point Your Main Domain to WithMe
When you set up a custom domain for your WithMe hub, you're asked to update your DNS records — specifically, to point a CNAME record (usually www) to WithMe's servers.
Here's the thing: if your domain already powers a live website, store, or landing page, pointing that domain's CNAME to WithMe will replace your existing site entirely. Your current website will go offline and visitors will see your WithMe hub instead.
📝 Note:
This isn't a WithMe limitation — it's how DNS works! A domain can only point to one place at a time. Think of it like a street sign: it can only direct traffic in one direction.
✅ Your Options
Don't worry — you've got a few good paths forward. Pick whichever fits your situation best. 🏠
Option 1: Use a subdomain of your existing domain
This is the easiest option if you already own a domain. Point a subdomain — like hub.yourdomain.com or courses.yourdomain.com — to your WithMe hub. Your main website stays completely untouched.
Follow the standard setup process: go to Dashboard → More → Custom Domain, submit your subdomain, and WithMe will email you the DNS records to add.
Option 2: Register a new domain
Pick up a fresh domain that's all about your creator brand — something like yourbrand.com or yournameacademy.com. Domain registrars like Namecheap, GoDaddy, or Google Domains make this quick and affordable (usually under $15/year!).
Option 3: Keep your default WithMe domain
There's no need to set up a custom domain at all — most creators (around 90%) stick with their default withme.so/yourname URL and it works perfectly.
🔗 Quick Recap
Scenario | Recommendation |
You don't have an existing website | Apply for custom domain setup directly — use your root domain 🚀 |
You do have a live website and want to keep it | Use a subdomain (e.g., hub.yourdomain.com) or register a new domain |
You want the simplest setup | Keep your default withme.so/yourname — it works great |
You want everything under one roof | Link to your WithMe hub from your main site's navigation menu |
Your brand deserves a smooth, polished experience — for you and your audience. Any of these options gets you there in just a few minutes. You've got this! 💪