How do I use my own web address instead of a Bellstrike web address?

Custom domains let you use your own web address (like www.yournonprofit.org) instead of a Bellstrike web address (like www.yournonprofit.bellstrike.com). The process to make this happen can be a tad tricky since each domain registrar may locate their DNS settings in different places, use differing terminology, and have a different process for changing DNS settings. If you're having trouble, you might want to find a techie to help you out.



  1. Sign in to your DNS provider. This is usually your domain registrar - who you bought your web address from.

  2. Find the DNS settings area for your domain.

  3. Create a CNAME host called www and point it to proxy.bellstrike.com

  4. Save the changes. It may take several hours for your changes to take place.

  5. Sign in to your Bellstrike account

  6. Click on the Site Wide Options button

    Site Wide Options button

  7. Click on the General Info button

    General Info button

  8. Click Change on the Your Web Address section

    Your Web Address - Change button

  9. Type in your custom web address. Be sure to include the "www" (for example: www.yournonprofit.org)

    Custom Web Address field

  10. Click Save

    Save Custom Web Address button

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