Adding a custom domain to Blogger lets you replace a Blogspot address such as:
yourwebsite.blogspot.comwith your own professional domain:
www.yourwebsite.comYou do not need to buy separate hosting. Blogger continues to host your website while your domain provider, such as GoDaddy, manages the domain and DNS.
This guide explains how to connect a GoDaddy domain to Blogger, including the A records, CNAME records, Blogger verification code, www redirect and HTTPS setup.
Blogger Custom Domain DNS Records
For a normal Blogger custom-domain setup using www, you will need four Google A records, the main Blogger CNAME and a unique verification CNAME supplied by Blogger.
| Type | Host / Name | Points To |
|---|---|---|
| A | @ | 216.239.32.21 |
| A | @ | 216.239.34.21 |
| A | @ | 216.239.36.21 |
| A | @ | 216.239.38.21 |
| CNAME | www | ghs.google.com |
| CNAME | Blogger verification name | Blogger verification destination |
The second CNAME is unique to your domain. Always use the verification values shown inside your own Blogger account.
Step 1: Add Your Custom Domain in Blogger
- Sign in to Blogger.
- Select your blog.
- Go to Settings.
- Scroll to Publishing.
- Click Custom domain.
Enter the domain with www:
www.example.comThen click Save.
During the initial setup, Blogger may tell you that it cannot verify your authority for the domain. This is expected because the DNS verification records have not yet been added.
Step 2: Copy the Blogger CNAME Verification Records
Blogger normally provides two CNAME records.
Main Blogger CNAME
Host / Name: www
Points To: ghs.google.comUnique Verification CNAME
Blogger will also display a unique Name and Destination similar to:
Host / Name: abc123xyz
Points To: gv-examplecode.dv.googlehosted.comThe example above is only for illustration. Copy the exact Name and Destination displayed by Blogger for your own domain.
Step 3: Configure GoDaddy DNS for Blogger
Sign in to GoDaddy and open:
Domain Portfolio → Select Domain → DNSAdd the Four A Records
Add these four records using @ as the Host:
A @ 216.239.32.21
A @ 216.239.34.21
A @ 216.239.36.21
A @ 216.239.38.21In GoDaddy, @ represents the root domain such as example.com.
Add the www CNAME
Type: CNAME
Host: www
Points To: ghs.google.comIf a www record already points to @ or another destination, edit or remove that conflicting record.
Add the Verification CNAME
Add the unique CNAME Blogger generated for your domain:
Type: CNAME
Host: Your Blogger verification name
Points To: Your Blogger verification destinationDo not remove unrelated MX, TXT or email records while configuring Blogger.
Step 4: Verify the Domain in Blogger
After saving the DNS changes, allow time for them to propagate.
Then return to:
Blogger → Settings → Publishing → Custom domainEnter:
www.example.comand save it again.
If Blogger can see the required CNAME records, the custom domain should now be accepted.
DNS changes often appear quickly, but in some cases global propagation can take up to 48 hours. Avoid repeatedly changing correct records simply because verification does not work immediately.
Step 5: Redirect the Non-www Domain to www
After Blogger accepts the domain, enable Redirect domain under Publishing settings.
This allows:
example.comto redirect to:
www.example.comThe four Google A records added earlier are used for this root-domain redirection.
Step 6: Enable HTTPS for Your Blogger Custom Domain
Go to the HTTPS section in Blogger Settings and enable:
- HTTPS availability
- HTTPS redirect
Blogger may need some time to issue the SSL certificate after a new domain is connected.
Once active, your preferred website URL should be:
https://www.example.com/If your domain uses restrictive CAA records and Blogger cannot issue SSL, check that your DNS configuration permits Let's Encrypt.
Common Blogger Custom Domain Problems
Blogger Cannot Verify the Domain
Check that:
wwwpoints toghs.google.com.- The unique Blogger verification CNAME is correct.
- No conflicting CNAME exists for
www. - The DNS records have had time to propagate.
www Works but the Root Domain Does Not
Verify that all four A records are added to @ and that Redirect domain is enabled in Blogger.
HTTPS Is Not Available
Allow Blogger time to issue the SSL certificate. Also verify your DNS records and check restrictive CAA records if you use them.
GoDaddy Already Has Other DNS Records
Only remove records that conflict with the Blogger website configuration. Do not delete MX, TXT, DKIM or other records used by your email or other services.
Does a Custom Domain Improve Blogger SEO?
A custom domain does not automatically increase Google rankings, but it gives your website a professional branded address that you control and can use consistently across backlinks, social media and marketing.
After connecting the domain, use your HTTPS custom-domain URLs consistently for internal links.
If you are still choosing a platform for your website, see our Blogger vs WordPress comparison.
Final Blogger Custom Domain Checklist
- Add
www.example.comunder Blogger Publishing settings. - Copy Blogger's unique verification CNAME.
- Add the four Google A records to
@. - Point
wwwtoghs.google.com. - Add the unique verification CNAME.
- Verify and save the domain in Blogger.
- Enable Redirect domain.
- Enable HTTPS availability and HTTPS redirect.
- Test both www and non-www URLs.
If you are also changing the design of your website, see our Blogger template installation guide before replacing your existing theme.
Questions About Adding a Custom Domain to Blogger
Can I use a GoDaddy domain with Blogger?
Yes. Add Blogger's required A and CNAME records through GoDaddy DNS and then verify the custom domain in Blogger's Publishing settings.
What CNAME do I use for Blogger?
For a standard www setup, use www as the Host and ghs.google.com as the destination. Blogger may also provide a second unique verification CNAME.
What are the four Blogger A records?
The four addresses are 216.239.32.21, 216.239.34.21, 216.239.36.21 and 216.239.38.21. In GoDaddy they are normally added using @ as the Host.
Why does Blogger need a second CNAME?
The unique security CNAME verifies that you control the domain. Use only the Name and Destination values generated by your own Blogger account.
Why is Blogger unable to verify my domain?
The most common causes are incorrect CNAME values, conflicting DNS records or DNS changes that have not propagated yet.
Do I need web hosting for a Blogger custom domain?
No. Blogger continues to host your website. You only need a registered domain and access to its DNS settings.
How do I redirect example.com to www.example.com?
Add Blogger's four A records to the root domain and enable Redirect domain under Blogger's Publishing settings.
How long does Blogger DNS propagation take?
Many DNS changes begin working within minutes or hours, but complete propagation can sometimes take up to 48 hours.
Final Steps
Once everything is configured, test:
http://example.com
http://www.example.com
https://example.com
https://www.example.comThey should ultimately lead visitors to your preferred secure Blogger address:
https://www.example.com/Your Blogger website is now connected to your own professional custom domain while continuing to use Blogger's hosted platform.