Domain Forward Blog
News, tips, and insights about domain forwarding, DNS management, and building a better web.
Ekke Uustalu
Apr 20, 2026
GoDaddy Domain Redirect — A Complete Guide for Every Scenario
The comprehensive GoDaddy domain redirect guide: forwarding setup, HTTPS limitations, subdomains, path forwarding, and fixes for common issues.
Ekke Uustalu
Apr 9, 2026
Porkbun Domain Forwarding — HTTPS Limitations and a Better Alternative
Porkbun's URL forwarding has HTTPS limitations. Learn what works, what doesn't, and how to get reliable HTTPS redirects in 5 minutes.
Ekke Uustalu
Apr 6, 2026
Name.com Domain Forwarding Doesn't Support HTTPS — Here's the Fix
Name.com domain forwarding breaks HTTPS — visitors see security warnings. Learn why and how to fix it in 5 minutes with free HTTPS redirects.
Ekke Uustalu
Mar 26, 2026
Squarespace Domain Forwarding (Formerly Google Domains) — What Changed and How to Fix It
Google Domains forwarding worked great. Now your domain is at Squarespace. Here's what changed and how to get HTTPS redirects working again.
Ekke Uustalu
Oct 19, 2023
Domain.com Domain Redirects — No HTTPS Support and How to Fix It
Domain.com doesn't support HTTPS for forwarded domains — visitors see 'Not Secure' warnings. Fix it in 5 minutes with free automatic SSL.
Ekke Uustalu
Oct 13, 2023
Bluehost Has No Domain Forwarding — Here's How to Redirect
Bluehost has no built-in domain forwarding feature. If you need to redirect a Bluehost domain with HTTPS, here's a free 5-minute solution.
Ekke Uustalu
Oct 12, 2023
IONOS Domain Redirects Use 302 With No SSL — Here's the Fix
IONOS domain redirects default to 302 temporary redirects (killing your SEO) and don't include automatic SSL. Learn the hidden costs and how to fix it.
Ekke Uustalu
Oct 5, 2023
Hostinger Domain Redirects Have No SSL — Here's the Fix
Hostinger domain forwarding works over HTTP but breaks on HTTPS — visitors see security warnings. Here's why and how to fix it with free automatic SSL.
Ekke Uustalu
Sep 28, 2023
Namecheap Wildcard Redirects Have No HTTPS — How to Fix It
Namecheap wildcard redirects break on HTTPS — visitors see security warnings. Learn how to set up HTTPS wildcard redirects.
Ekke Uustalu
Aug 3, 2023
GoDaddy Domain Forwarding Doesn't Support HTTPS — Here's the Fix
GoDaddy domain forwarding breaks HTTPS — visitors see 'Not Secure' warnings. Learn why and how to fix it in 5 minutes.
Ekke Uustalu
Jul 14, 2023
Namecheap Redirect Broken? HTTPS & Custom Nameserver Fixes
Namecheap domain redirects fail with HTTPS traffic and don't work with custom nameservers. Learn why your redirect is broken and how to fix it in 5 minutes.
Ekke Uustalu
Apr 19, 2026
How to Redirect Old Newsletter and Blog Links After a Platform Migration
Moved your blog or newsletter to a new platform? Your old links still exist in emails, social posts, and search results. Redirect them to preserve traffic.
Ekke Uustalu
Apr 18, 2026
How to Use a Domain as a URL Shortener — Branded Short Links With Your Domain
Create branded short links with your own domain. Redirect short paths like yourdomain.com/sale to any URL. No link shortener service needed.
Ekke Uustalu
Apr 17, 2026
Church Domain Merging — How to Redirect Domains After a Church or Non-Profit Merger
Two churches merging into one? Redirect the old church domain to the new combined website. Keep congregation members connected without confusion.
Gaby Moreno
Apr 16, 2026
How to Redirect a Domain to a Bubble.io App — Custom URL Without Paid Plan
Bubble.io charges for custom domains. Redirect your own domain to your Bubble app URL free with HTTPS — no Bubble plan upgrade needed.
Gaby Moreno
Apr 15, 2026
How to Redirect a Domain to Calendly — Branded Booking Link
Your Calendly URL is long and forgettable. Redirect your own domain to your Calendly page — easy to share, professional, works on business cards.
Gaby Moreno
Apr 14, 2026
How to Redirect a Domain to Webflow (Free Plan) — Without the $16/Month Site Plan
Webflow requires a paid site plan for custom domains. Redirect your domain to your Webflow site for free — HTTPS included, no Webflow upgrade needed.
Ekke Uustalu
Apr 12, 2026
How to Set Up a Domain Redirect for Email Marketing Campaigns
Use branded domains in email campaigns — redirect campaign links through your own domain for tracking, trust, and deliverability.
Gaby Moreno
Apr 11, 2026
How to Redirect a Domain to Airbnb or Vacation Rental Listing
Redirect your property domain to your Airbnb, VRBO, or vacation rental listing. Easy to share with guests, print on materials, and remember.
Ekke Uustalu
Apr 10, 2026
How to Redirect a Domain During Site Construction — Coming Soon Without Hosting
Your new site isn't ready but your domain is live. Redirect visitors to a temporary page , social profile, or signup form — no hosting required.
Ekke Uustalu
Apr 8, 2026
Domain Redirects After a Business Acquisition — Keep Every Customer Reachable
Acquired a company? Their domain still gets traffic. Redirect it to your site with path forwarding, HTTPS, and SEO preservation — free setup guide.
Ekke Uustalu
Apr 7, 2026
How to Redirect a .ca Domain to .com (Or Any TLD to Another)
Own both .ca and .com? Redirect one to the other so visitors always land on your primary site regardless of which extension they type.
Gaby Moreno
Apr 5, 2026
How to Redirect a Domain to Google Sites — Custom URL Without Google Workspace
Google Sites doesn't allow custom domains on free plans. Redirect your domain to your Google Sites page for free with HTTPS — no Workspace needed.
Gaby Moreno
Apr 4, 2026
How to Redirect a Domain to Notion — Custom URL Without the Ugly Link
Notion doesn't support custom domains. Learn how to redirect your own domain to a Notion page with HTTPS in 5 minutes — no hosting required.
Ekke Uustalu
Apr 3, 2026
Free Domain Forwarding With HTTPS — Your Options in 2026
Every browser expects HTTPS. Most registrar forwarding doesn't support it. Here are your actual options for free domain redirects with working SSL in 2026.
Gaby Moreno
Apr 2, 2026
How to Redirect a Domain to Etsy — Use Your Own URL for Your Shop
Etsy doesn't support custom domains. Redirect your branded domain to your Etsy shop with HTTPS in 5 minutes — no hosting required.
Gaby Moreno
Apr 1, 2026
How to Redirect a Domain to a Wix Free Site (or Webflow Free) — No Upgrade Needed
Wix and Webflow free plans don't support custom domains. Redirect your domain to your free site with HTTPS — no hosting plan required.
Gaby Moreno
Mar 31, 2026
How to Redirect a Domain to LinkedIn — Personal Domain on Your Business Card
Redirect yourname.com to your LinkedIn profile. No hosting needed. Free HTTPS redirect in 5 minutes — perfect for business cards and resumes.
Gaby Moreno
Mar 29, 2026
How to Use a Custom Domain for Patreon or Membership Pages
Send supporters to your Patreon or membership page with a branded domain. Easy to share, professional, trackable — set up in 5 minutes for free.
Ekke Uustalu
Mar 28, 2026
Domain Redirect vs URL Masking — Which Do You Need?
A redirect sends visitors to a new URL. URL masking hides the destination behind your domain. When should you use each, and what are the risks?
Ekke Uustalu
Mar 27, 2026
How to Redirect Multiple Domains to One Website — Consolidate Your Traffic
Own multiple domains? Redirect them all to one site with 301s. Covers TLD variants, typo domains, acquired domains, and legacy redirects.
Ekke Uustalu
Mar 25, 2026
How to Preserve SEO When Changing Domain Names — 301 Redirect Guide
Changing domains? You'll lose SEO unless you 301 redirect properly. This guide shows exactly how to preserve rankings, link equity, and traffic.
Gaby Moreno
Mar 24, 2026
How to Redirect a Domain to Bluesky — Use Your Domain as Handle AND Redirect
Redirect your domain to your Bluesky profile while also using it as your Bluesky handle. Free HTTPS redirect setup in 5 minutes.
Ekke Uustalu
Mar 23, 2026
Domain Forward vs. Registrar Forwarding — Full Comparison (2026)
How does Domain-Forward.com compare to built-in forwarding from GoDaddy, Namecheap, Hostinger, and other registrars? Feature-by-feature breakdown.
Gaby Moreno
Mar 22, 2026
How to Redirect a Domain to a Google Form — Branded Survey & RSVP URLs
Google Form URLs are impossibly long. Redirect your own domain to any Google Form for branded surveys, RSVPs, and feedback — free with HTTPS.
Ekke Uustalu
Mar 21, 2026
Domain Forwarding for a Company Rebrand — The Complete Playbook
Rebranding your company? Here's the full domain redirect playbook: preserve SEO, keep customers on track, reassure them about email, and track the transition.
Ekke Uustalu
Mar 20, 2026
How to Set Up a Temporary Domain Redirect (302) — And When to Remove It
Need a temporary redirect while your site is under construction, during maintenance, or for a limited campaign? Here's how to set up and manage 302 redirects.
Gaby Moreno
Mar 19, 2026
How to Redirect a Domain to Instagram, TikTok, or Any Social Media Profile
Instagram and TikTok URLs are forgettable. Redirect your domain to your social profile — use on business cards, bios, and anywhere you promote yourself.
Gaby Moreno
Mar 18, 2026
How to Redirect a Domain to Discord — Custom Invite URL in 5 Minutes
Discord invite links are ugly and forgettable. Redirect your own domain to a Discord server invite with HTTPS — no hosting needed.
Gaby Moreno
Mar 17, 2026
How to Redirect a Domain to WordPress.com (Free Plan) — No Upgrade Needed
WordPress.com free plan doesn't support custom domains. Redirect your domain to your WordPress.com site for free with HTTPS — no paid plan needed.
Gaby Moreno
Mar 16, 2026
How to Redirect a Domain to Linktree — Free Custom URL Without Paying for Pro
Linktree charges for custom domains. Redirect your own domain to your Linktree page for free with HTTPS using Domain-Forward.com.
Gaby Moreno
Mar 15, 2026
How to Redirect an Old Domain to Your Shopify Store
Rebranded or have an old domain? Redirect it to your Shopify store with 301s to preserve SEO. Free HTTPS redirect, no hosting needed.
Ekke Uustalu
Mar 14, 2026
Wedding Domain Redirect — Use a Custom URL for Your Wedding Website
Bought a wedding domain? Redirect it to your Zola, The Knot, or WithJoy page in 5 minutes. Perfect for invitations and save-the-dates.
Ekke Uustalu
Mar 13, 2026
How to Redirect a Domain Without Hosting — No Server Required
You have a domain but no hosting. Here's how to redirect it to any URL with HTTPS — no server, no code, no monthly hosting fees.
Gaby Moreno
Mar 12, 2026
How to Redirect a Domain to an App Store Listing — Bypass Social Media Link Restrictions
App Store and Play Store URLs are ugly and blocked on some platforms. Redirect your own domain to your app listing — works everywhere.
Ekke Uustalu
Mar 11, 2026
How to Redirect a Naked Domain to www (or www to Non-www) — The Definitive Fix
DNS doesn't let you CNAME a root domain. Learn how to redirect naked domain to www (or vice versa) with HTTPS in 5 minutes — no hosting required.
Ekke Uustalu
Mar 10, 2026
Domain Redirect With SSL — Why Registrars Fail and How to Get HTTPS Forwarding
Your registrar's domain forwarding breaks HTTPS. Here's why they can't provision SSL for forwarded domains — and the free fix that works.
Ekke Uustalu
Jul 28, 2023
Redirect Domain Using AWS Route53
Step-by-step tutorial: redirect traffic from one domain to another using AWS Route53 and CloudFront with SSL and path preservation.
Ekke Uustalu
Jul 20, 2023
URL Redirects and Forwarding: The Basics
Learn how URL redirects work, when to use 301 vs 302, and 10 best practices to avoid SEO damage. Essential guide for domain forwarding.
Ekke Uustalu
Jul 14, 2023
URL Masking: What It Is and How It Works
URL masking keeps your domain in the address bar using iframes. Learn how it works, the SEO risks, and better alternatives like redirects.
Ekke Uustalu
Jul 13, 2023
Redirect Domain Using Google Cloud Run
Set up domain redirects using Google Cloud Run with the morbz/docker-web-redirect Docker image. Includes custom domain mapping and HTTPS.
Ekke Uustalu
Jul 6, 2023
Redirect Domain Using Google Cloud Functions
Set up a serverless domain redirect using Google Cloud Functions with configurable 301/302 redirects, path forwarding, and custom domain mapping.
Ekke Uustalu
May 1, 2023
Setting Up Free Domain Forwarding
Forward your domain for free with HTTPS — no hosting plan needed. Domain Forward provides free SSL, 301 redirects, and works with any registrar.
Ekke Uustalu
Apr 28, 2023
How to Redirect to Another Domain Using DNS
DNS alone can't redirect domains. Learn what actually works — from registrar forwarding to cloud solutions to Domain Forward.
Ekke Uustalu
Jan 31, 2023
Announcing the Release of the Domain Forward Tool
Domain Forward helps you redirect domains with automatic HTTPS, 301 redirects, analytics, and API access. Free plan for up to 5 domains.