Custom Domains & Branding
Turn your Genesis apps from "homemade" looking tools into professional business software that looks like you spent a fortune to build it. Your customers will see your brand, not Taskade's.
Professional Feature! Custom domains come with Pro plans and higher. Perfect for impressing clients and looking legitimate in your industry.
🌐 What Are Custom Domains?
Custom domains let your Genesis apps live at your own web address instead of a random Taskade link that screams "I used a free tool."
Before Custom Domains (Looks Amateurish)
https://random-gibberish-a7b2.taskade.app
https://purple-elephant-xyz.taskade.comWith Custom Domains (Looks Professional)
https://app.yourcompany.com
https://portal.clientname.com
https://booking.restaurantname.comThis simple change makes customers think you hired a team of developers when really you just described what you wanted in plain English!
✨ Benefits of Custom Domains
Professional Appearance
Apps appear to be built specifically for your brand
Clients never see "Taskade" in the URL or interface
Consistent branding throughout the user experience
Higher perceived value and professionalism
Trust & Credibility
Users feel more secure entering data on your domain
Better conversion rates for customer-facing forms
Enhanced brand recognition and recall
Professional email sharing and link distribution
SEO & Marketing Benefits
Custom domains can improve search engine rankings
Better analytics tracking with your own domain
Easier to remember and share links
Integration with your existing marketing materials
Client Deliverables
Perfect for agencies delivering client solutions
White-label applications under client brands
No ongoing Taskade branding in client-facing tools
Complete solution ownership appearance
🚀 Setting Up Custom Domains
Prerequisites
Plan Requirements:
Taskade Pro, Ultra, or Team plan
Admin access to your workspace
Domain ownership and DNS management access
Domain Requirements:
Own a domain (e.g., yourcompany.com)
Ability to create CNAME DNS records
SSL certificate (handled automatically by Taskade)
Step-by-Step Setup
1. Choose Your Subdomain
Decide what subdomain to use for your Genesis apps:
Common Patterns:
app.yourcompany.com - General applications
portal.yourcompany.com - Customer portals
booking.yourcompany.com - Appointment systems
feedback.yourcompany.com - Feedback collection
client.yourcompany.com - Client-specific tools2. Add Domain in Taskade
Navigate to Workspace Settings
Go to "Custom Domains" section
Click "Add Custom Domain"
Enter your chosen subdomain (e.g.,
app.yourcompany.com)Save the configuration
3. Update DNS Records
In your domain registrar's DNS settings:
Type: CNAME
Name: app (or your chosen subdomain)
Value: custom-domains.taskade.com
TTL: 3600 (or your registrar's default)Popular Registrars:
Cloudflare: Dashboard → DNS → Records → Add CNAME
Namecheap: Dashboard → Domain List → Manage → Advanced DNS
GoDaddy: DNS Management → Records → Add → CNAME
Google Domains: DNS → Custom records → Create new record
4. Verify Setup
Return to Taskade Custom Domains settings
Click "Verify Domain" next to your added domain
Wait for verification (usually 5-15 minutes)
SSL certificate generates automatically
5. Assign to Genesis Apps
Open your Genesis app
Click "Publish" dropdown
Select "Custom Domain"
Choose your configured domain
Your app is now live at your custom URL!
🛠 Advanced Domain Configuration
Multiple Subdomains
You can configure multiple subdomains for different purposes:
app.yourcompany.com → Main application hub
portal.yourcompany.com → Customer portal
admin.yourcompany.com → Administrative interface
api.yourcompany.com → API endpointsEach subdomain requires its own CNAME record and Taskade configuration.
Domain Path Structure
Custom domains support path-based app organization:
app.yourcompany.com/feedback → Feedback system
app.yourcompany.com/booking → Booking system
app.yourcompany.com/dashboard → Analytics dashboardWildcard Subdomains
For advanced users, wildcard CNAME records enable dynamic subdomains:
DNS: *.yourcompany.com → custom-domains.taskade.com
Results in:
anything.yourcompany.com works automatically
client1.yourcompany.com
client2.yourcompany.com
project-x.yourcompany.com🎨 Branding Your Custom Domain Apps
Visual Customization
Once your app is on a custom domain, enhance the branding:
Through Genesis Prompts:
"Add our company logo to the top left corner"
"Use our brand colors: primary #FF6B35, secondary #004E89"
"Style the interface to match our website design"
"Add our company contact information in the footer"Advanced Customization:
Upload favicon for browser tab branding
Custom CSS for advanced styling
Brand-specific error pages
Consistent typography with your website
Content Customization
Remove Taskade References:
❌ "Powered by Taskade"
✅ "© 2025 Your Company Name"
❌ "Built with Genesis"
✅ Custom footer with your branding
❌ Default success messages
✅ "Thank you! Our team will review your submission."Email Integration
Configure emails from your domain:
From: [email protected]
Subject: Booking Confirmation - Your Company NameInstead of:
From: [email protected]
Subject: Form Submission Notification💼 Use Cases & Examples
Agency Client Deliverables
Scenario: Marketing agency building client portal
Domain: portal.clientname.com
App: Project status tracking, file sharing, invoice payments
Branding: Complete client branding throughout
Result: Client thinks agency built custom softwareRestaurant Chain Management
Scenario: Multi-location restaurant feedback system
Domain: feedback.restaurantchain.com
App: Location-specific feedback with manager alerts
Branding: Restaurant logo and colors throughout
Result: Professional customer feedback experienceConsultant Service Delivery
Scenario: Business consultant's assessment tools
Domain: assessment.consultantname.com
App: Client questionnaires and results dashboards
Branding: Professional consulting firm appearance
Result: Higher-value perception and client trustSaaS MVP Development
Scenario: Entrepreneur testing product concept
Domain: app.startupname.com
App: Core product functionality built with Genesis
Branding: Full startup branding and positioning
Result: Professional MVP for investor demos🔒 Security & SSL
Automatic SSL Certificates
Taskade handles SSL certificate generation and renewal automatically:
Let's Encrypt certificates issued within minutes
Automatic renewal every 90 days
HTTPS redirect enforced for all traffic
Modern security standards (TLS 1.2+)
Domain Verification
Security measures ensure domain ownership:
DNS verification required before activation
Certificate validation through domain control
Regular security scanning of custom domain apps
Automatic security updates for underlying infrastructure
Privacy & Data Protection
Custom domain apps maintain full privacy protection:
No data sharing with domain registrars
Encrypted data transmission end-to-end
GDPR compliance maintained
Your privacy policy applies, not Taskade's
📊 Analytics & Monitoring
Domain Performance
Track your custom domain app performance:
Built-in Analytics:
Page views and unique visitors
Conversion rates and form submissions
Geographic user distribution
Device and browser statistics
Integration Options:
// Google Analytics integration
gtag('config', 'GA_TRACKING_ID', {
'custom_map': {'custom_parameter_1': 'app_name'}
});
// Facebook Pixel integration
fbq('track', 'PageView');
fbq('track', 'Lead', {
content_name: 'Custom Domain App'
});Monitoring & Uptime
Automatic Monitoring:
24/7 uptime monitoring
SSL certificate expiration tracking
DNS propagation verification
Performance optimization alerts
Custom Monitoring:
Integration with monitoring services (Pingdom, UptimeRobot)
Custom alerting for business-critical applications
Performance benchmarking and optimization
Regular security scanning and reports
🛠 Troubleshooting
Common DNS Issues
Problem: Domain not resolving after 24 hours Solutions:
Verify CNAME record points to
custom-domains.taskade.comCheck DNS propagation using online tools
Contact your domain registrar for assistance
Ensure no conflicting A records exist
Problem: SSL certificate not generating Solutions:
Confirm domain verification completed successfully
Wait up to 1 hour for certificate generation
Check for CAA records blocking Let's Encrypt
Contact Taskade support if issue persists
App Configuration Issues
Problem: App not accessible on custom domain Solutions:
Verify app is published and active
Confirm custom domain is assigned to the correct app
Check workspace permissions and access controls
Test with incognito/private browsing mode
Problem: Branding not appearing correctly Solutions:
Clear browser cache and refresh page
Verify custom CSS and branding settings
Test across different browsers and devices
Review app configuration for branding elements
Performance Issues
Problem: Slow loading on custom domain Solutions:
Check DNS response times with diagnostic tools
Verify CDN configuration and caching
Optimize images and media files in app
Contact support for infrastructure review
💡 Best Practices
Domain Selection
Choose Memorable Subdomains:
✅ app.yourcompany.com (clear and professional)
✅ portal.clientname.com (specific and branded)
✅ booking.restaurantname.com (functional and clear)
❌ x7b9-temp.yourcompany.com (confusing and temporary-looking)
❌ genesis-app-test.yourcompany.com (too technical)Security Considerations
Domain Management:
Use strong passwords for domain registrar accounts
Enable two-factor authentication where available
Regularly review DNS records for unauthorized changes
Keep domain registration current and auto-renewing
App Security:
Regularly review user access and permissions
Monitor for suspicious activity or usage patterns
Keep integrations and API keys secure
Implement appropriate data retention policies
Professional Presentation
Consistency:
Match your website's visual design and branding
Use consistent language and tone throughout
Include appropriate legal disclaimers and policies
Provide clear contact information and support
User Experience:
Test thoroughly across devices and browsers
Ensure fast loading times and reliable functionality
Provide clear navigation and user guidance
Include helpful error messages and support resources
📈 Scaling with Custom Domains
Multi-Client Management
For agencies managing multiple clients:
Domain Strategy:
client1.youragency.com
client2.youragency.com
client3.youragency.comOr Client-Owned:
portal.client1.com
portal.client2.com
portal.client3.comEnterprise Deployment
For large organizations:
Departmental Structure:
hr.company.com → HR applications
marketing.company.com → Marketing tools
sales.company.com → Sales dashboardsGeographic Distribution:
us.company.com → US operations
eu.company.com → European operations
asia.company.com → Asian operations🎯 Success Stories
Digital Agency Growth
"Custom domains transformed how we deliver client solutions. Clients see professional apps under their own branding, which justifies higher project fees and leads to more referrals. We've increased our project values by 40% since implementing custom domains."
— Sarah Chen, Digital Marketing Agency Owner
Restaurant Chain Efficiency
"Our multi-location feedback system on feedback.ourrestaurants.com processes 500+ customer submissions daily. The professional appearance increased response rates by 60%, and managers love getting instant alerts about service issues."
— Miguel Rodriguez, Operations Director
Consulting Practice Expansion
"Custom domain client assessments at assessment.myconsulting.com helped us close 3x more enterprise deals. Prospects take us more seriously when they interact with professional, branded tools instead of generic forms."
— Dr. Jennifer Park, Business Consultant
🚀 Getting Started with Custom Domains
Ready to elevate your Genesis apps with professional custom domains?
Planning Checklist
Implementation Steps
Set up custom domain in workspace settings
Configure DNS records with your domain registrar
Verify domain and wait for SSL certificate
Assign domain to your Genesis app
Test thoroughly across devices and browsers
Update branding and remove Taskade references
Launch and monitor performance and user feedback
Support Resources
Custom Domain Setup Guide - Step-by-step instructions
DNS Configuration Examples - Registrar-specific guides
Branding Best Practices - Professional presentation tips
Troubleshooting Guide - Common issues and solutions
🌟 Transform your Genesis apps into professional, branded solutions that command respect and drive results.
Custom domains are more than just URLs—they're the foundation of professional digital presence and client trust.
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