Overview
Custom domains let you serve shared documents under your own domain (e.g.,docs.yourcompany.com) instead of the default clarife.app URL. This provides a branded experience where visitors never see the clarife domain.
Custom domains are available on the Business plan only.
How to Set Up a Custom Domain
Enter your domain
Type the subdomain you want to use (e.g.,
docs.yourcompany.com). A root domain like yourcompany.com is not supported — use a subdomain.Add the CNAME record
In your DNS provider (Cloudflare, Route 53, GoDaddy, etc.), create a CNAME record:
| Type | Name | Target |
|---|---|---|
| CNAME | docs | share.clarife.app |
Verify the domain
Click Verify in clarife. DNS propagation can take a few minutes to a few hours. Once verified, the status changes to Active.
SSL Certificate
clarife automatically provisions an SSL certificate for your custom domain after verification. No manual certificate setup is needed. HTTPS is enforced by default.DNS Propagation
After adding the CNAME record, DNS changes may take up to 24-48 hours to propagate globally, though most providers update within minutes. If verification fails, wait and try again.Removing a Custom Domain
To remove a custom domain, go to Settings > Custom domain and click Remove. The domain will no longer serve your documents. Delete the CNAME record from your DNS provider as well.Can I use a root domain instead of a subdomain?
Can I use a root domain instead of a subdomain?
No. clarife requires a subdomain (e.g.,
docs.yourcompany.com) because root domains cannot have CNAME records in most DNS configurations.Can I use multiple custom domains?
Can I use multiple custom domains?
Currently, each workspace supports one custom domain. Contact support if you need multiple domains.
Do existing share links break when I add a custom domain?
Do existing share links break when I add a custom domain?
Does the custom domain affect embedded documents?
Does the custom domain affect embedded documents?
Yes. You can update your embed code’s
src to use the custom domain URL. Both the custom domain and the default clarife.app URL work in embeds.