How to connect your custom domain to Little Big Shop #
When you create an online store with Little Big Shop, you get a default [name].littlebig.shop address.
Connecting your own domain (like yourbusiness.com.au) makes your Little Big Shop store look more professional and easy to find.
Step-by-step guide #
Follow the steps below to set up your custom domain.
Part One #
If you have not registered your own domain name (e.g., yourbusiness.com.au), check out these reputable suppliers:
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GoDaddy
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Google Domains
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Namecheap
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Crazy Domains
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VentraIP
Choose from the following options:
Option 1: Connect your root domain #
If you want your root domain to point to Little Big Shop (eg. https://yourbusiness.com.au)
Type
A
A
Name/Host
@
@
IP Address
166.117.43.116
166.117.164.152
If you want to add www.yourdomain.com.au then add a CNAME that points to your root domain
Type
CNAME
Name/Host
www
Value
yourbusiness.com.au
Option 2: Connect a subdomain #
If you have a website and want to point a subdomain to Little Big Shop (eg. http://shop.yourbusiness.com.au)
Examples: shop,yourbusiness.com.au
Type
CNAME
Name/Host
shop
Value
littlebig.shop
If you’re unsure how to do this, contact your domain hosting provider for assistance.
Part two #
In the dashboard in Little Big Shop app, navigate to ‘Shop settings’ on the left hand side
- Click on ‘Settings’ and ‘Shop details’
- Navigate to the ‘Connect your own domain name’ and switch the toggle to turn this on (it should be orange)
- There is a field under ‘Your own domain name’. Add your domain in the custom domain here (eg. shop.yourbusiness.com.au). You do not have to add https://
- Click the ‘Save’ button on the top right hand side to apply your changes
Tips #
The section labelled “Website details” cannot be edited. It contains the following:
- Shop Link: Your shop’s URL is displayed here. This link directs customers to your online store.
- Website Admin: This link provides access to the admin panel.