Quick Answer

To add a CNAME record on GoDaddy, log in to your account, open your Domain Portfolio, select your domain, and go to DNS Management. Then add a CNAME record that points a subdomain to another domain name.

Steps to Add a CNAME Record on GoDaddy

1. Log in to your GoDaddy account

Log into to your GoDaddy Account

Go to Profile located at the top right corner of your screen

Click “My Products” to access domain portfolio once the dropdown menu appears

2. Open your domain settings

Find the domain you want to manage

Click on “Domain” on the menu located at the far left of your screen

3. Locate DNS Record settings

Now click on “DNS” then “DNS Records” on the menu at the top

4. Locate the record you want to change

Click “Add New Record”

Select CNAME as the record type

5. Enter the CNAME record details

Fill in the required fields:

Name: the subdomain (for example www or blog)

Value: the destination domain (for example example.host.com)

TTL: leave default unless needed

6. Save the record

Click Save

What Happens Next

CNAME changes usually take effect within a few minutes, but may take up to 24 hours depending on DNS caching.

Common Issues

1. CNAME record not working
   • Confirm the destination domain is correct
   • Ensure there is no A record for the same host
2. Unable to add DNS records
   • Ensure the domain is using GoDaddy nameservers
   • If not, DNS must be managed at your nameserver provider