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# Cloudflare

> Connect a Stackryze Domain to Cloudflare DNS in seven steps.

Use Cloudflare as the DNS provider for your Stackryze Domain. This is the recommended setup for most users.

## Why Cloudflare?

* **Free** — no cost for DNS hosting.
* **Fast global network** — 300+ data centers.
* **DDoS protection** — built-in.
* **Free SSL** — automatic HTTPS for your subdomain.
* **Easy to use** — clean dashboard.
* **API access** — automate DNS management.

## Prerequisites

Before you begin:

* ✅ A registered Stackryze Domain on [domain.stackryze.com](https://domain.stackryze.com/).
* ✅ A free Cloudflare account — [sign up here](https://cloudflare.com).

<Tip>
  Haven't registered your subdomain yet? See [Getting started](/docs/guides/domains/getting-started).
</Tip>

## Step 1 — Add your subdomain to Cloudflare

1. Sign in to the [Cloudflare dashboard](https://dash.cloudflare.com/).
2. Click **Add a Site**.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/suraj-fa1b14a4/aCYX46EsvKFG18Od/docs/domains/media/cloudflare/cloudflare_step_1.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=aCYX46EsvKFG18Od&q=85&s=84dcce8ad957c0a0299bdc2d350dbdbb" alt="Cloudflare dashboard with Add a Site highlighted" width="3372" height="1741" data-path="docs/domains/media/cloudflare/cloudflare_step_1.png" />

3. Enter your **full subdomain**, for example `yourname.indevs.in` (or whichever of the four Stackryze namespaces — `indevs.in`, `sryze.cc`, `ryzedns.org`, `nx.kg` — you registered under).
4. Click **Continue**.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/suraj-fa1b14a4/aCYX46EsvKFG18Od/docs/domains/media/cloudflare/cloudflare_step_2.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=aCYX46EsvKFG18Od&q=85&s=9aef10b4da4b79d97c0377c994f35cb7" alt="Cloudflare add site form with subdomain field" width="2468" height="1272" data-path="docs/domains/media/cloudflare/cloudflare_step_2.png" />

<Warning>
  Enter your complete subdomain (`myproject.indevs.in`), not just the base domain.
</Warning>

## Step 2 — Select the Free plan

1. Select **Free**.
2. Click **Continue**.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/suraj-fa1b14a4/aCYX46EsvKFG18Od/docs/domains/media/cloudflare/cloudflare_step_3.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=aCYX46EsvKFG18Od&q=85&s=3740f77d1e0d9b28ea6044ffa65acfa4" alt="Cloudflare plan selection with Free highlighted" width="3087" height="1584" data-path="docs/domains/media/cloudflare/cloudflare_step_3.png" />

<Note>
  The Free plan includes everything you need for DNS hosting. Upgrade later if you need more.
</Note>

## Step 3 — Copy your Cloudflare nameservers

Cloudflare assigns unique nameservers to your site:

1. Find the nameserver information on screen.
2. You'll see something like:

   ```text theme={null}
   ava.ns.cloudflare.com
   curt.ns.cloudflare.com
   ```
3. Copy both nameservers — you'll need them in the next step.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/suraj-fa1b14a4/aCYX46EsvKFG18Od/docs/domains/media/cloudflare/cloudflare_step_4.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=aCYX46EsvKFG18Od&q=85&s=890fe684a6ea3955d1035a21919c14e7" alt="Cloudflare nameservers assigned to the new site" width="3113" height="1584" data-path="docs/domains/media/cloudflare/cloudflare_step_4.png" />

<Warning>
  Your nameservers will differ from this example. Copy the exact values Cloudflare assigns.
</Warning>

**To find them later:** go to **DNS → Records**, then look at the **Cloudflare Nameservers** section. Or check the **Overview** tab.

## Step 4 — Update nameservers in Stackryze Domains

1. Open [domain.stackryze.com](https://domain.stackryze.com/).
2. Go to **My Domains**.
3. Click your domain.
4. In **DNS Configuration**, click **Edit**.
5. Replace the nameservers with your Cloudflare ones:
   * **Primary:** `ava.ns.cloudflare.com`
   * **Secondary:** `curt.ns.cloudflare.com`
6. Click **Save**.

<Note>
  DNS changes typically propagate in 5–10 minutes, but can take up to 48 hours globally.
</Note>

## Step 5 — Verify the connection

1. Return to your Cloudflare dashboard **Overview** page.
2. Click **Check nameservers now** to start a check.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/suraj-fa1b14a4/aCYX46EsvKFG18Od/docs/domains/media/cloudflare/check_button.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=aCYX46EsvKFG18Od&q=85&s=ebd6582879f205cb6a7d9c597115b812" alt="Cloudflare Check nameservers now button" width="786" height="386" data-path="docs/domains/media/cloudflare/check_button.png" />

3. Cloudflare verifies your nameservers. This usually takes a few minutes, but can take up to 24 hours.
4. Cloudflare emails you when your site is active.
5. On success, you see a confirmation message:

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/suraj-fa1b14a4/aCYX46EsvKFG18Od/docs/domains/media/cloudflare/domain_live.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=aCYX46EsvKFG18Od&q=85&s=cc2c33b9fb26b3b6b4250f253a159213" alt="Cloudflare success message showing the domain is active" width="786" height="386" data-path="docs/domains/media/cloudflare/domain_live.png" />

## Step 6 — Configure DNS records

Now add your DNS records in Cloudflare:

1. Go to **DNS → Records**.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/suraj-fa1b14a4/aCYX46EsvKFG18Od/docs/domains/media/cloudflare/cloudflare_step_5.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=aCYX46EsvKFG18Od&q=85&s=2d0e8107a38f9a7e65b40105ee745737" alt="Cloudflare DNS Records page" width="2280" height="1170" data-path="docs/domains/media/cloudflare/cloudflare_step_5.png" />

2. Click **Add record**.
3. Configure the record based on your needs:

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/suraj-fa1b14a4/aCYX46EsvKFG18Od/docs/domains/media/cloudflare/cloudflare_step_6.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=aCYX46EsvKFG18Od&q=85&s=79c728a46a1c8a4cc99e0fa0c7a1fd4d" alt="Cloudflare Add record form" width="1903" height="984" data-path="docs/domains/media/cloudflare/cloudflare_step_6.png" />

**Example: GitHub Pages**

| Field        | Value                     |
| ------------ | ------------------------- |
| Type         | `CNAME`                   |
| Name         | `@` (or your subdomain)   |
| Target       | `yourusername.github.io`  |
| Proxy status | **DNS only** (gray cloud) |
| TTL          | Auto                      |

**Example: IP address**

| Field        | Value                     |
| ------------ | ------------------------- |
| Type         | `A`                       |
| Name         | `@`                       |
| IPv4 address | `192.0.2.1`               |
| Proxy status | **DNS only** (gray cloud) |
| TTL          | Auto                      |

**Example: WWW subdomain**

| Field        | Value                     |
| ------------ | ------------------------- |
| Type         | `CNAME`                   |
| Name         | `www`                     |
| Target       | `yourname.indevs.in`      |
| Proxy status | **DNS only** (gray cloud) |
| TTL          | Auto                      |

## Step 7 — Enable SSL (recommended)

Once your domain is live:

1. Go to **SSL/TLS**.
2. Set SSL mode to **Full** or **Full (strict)**.
3. Enable **Always Use HTTPS**.

<Tip>
  Cloudflare provisions SSL certificates automatically. This can take up to 24 hours.
</Tip>

## Proxy status: orange vs gray cloud

* **Gray cloud (DNS only)** — recommended to start.
  * DNS resolution only.
  * No Cloudflare caching or protection.
  * Required for some services (email, etc.).
* **Orange cloud (Proxied)** — optional.
  * Traffic routes through Cloudflare.
  * DDoS protection and caching.
  * Can break some services (email, certain APIs).

<Warning>
  Start with the gray cloud until your domain works, then experiment with proxying if needed.
</Warning>

## Common issues

### Nameservers not showing

Wait a few minutes after adding your site. Cloudflare needs to provision nameservers.

### DNS not resolving

* Confirm nameservers are correct in the Stackryze Domains dashboard.
* Wait 5–10 minutes for DNS propagation.
* Check DNS records in Cloudflare.
* Verify with [DNS Checker](https://dnschecker.org/).

### SSL errors

* Confirm your origin server supports HTTPS.
* Set SSL mode to **Flexible** if your origin doesn't have SSL.
* Wait up to 24 hours for the certificate to provision.

### Domain not working after setup

* Confirm nameservers in the Stackryze Domains dashboard match Cloudflare.
* Check DNS records in Cloudflare.
* Clear browser and DNS cache.
* Wait up to 48 hours for full propagation.

## Advanced features

* **Page Rules** — custom caching, redirects, and more.
* **Workers** — serverless code at the edge.
* **Analytics** — traffic statistics and insights.
* **API access** — automate DNS management.

## Resources

* [Cloudflare documentation](https://developers.cloudflare.com/)
* [Cloudflare community](https://community.cloudflare.com/)
* [DNS propagation checker](https://dnschecker.org/)

## Need help?

* [Discord community](https://discord.gg/wr7s97cfM7)
* [Email support](mailto:support@stackryze.com)