Subdomain Configuration

Configure and customize your Zinifly subdomain for your marketplace or event platform.

Understanding Subdomains

Your Zinifly platform is accessible via a unique subdomain (e.g., yourname.zinifly.com). This subdomain serves as your primary URL until you configure a custom domain.

Default Subdomain

Automatically assigned during account creation.

  • Format: yourname.zinifly.com
  • SSL: Instant activation and certificate
  • Professional: Clean, branded appearance
  • Easy: Simple to share and remember

Changing Your Subdomain

Update your subdomain if needed (one-time change available).

  • Timing: Available within first 30 days
  • Unique: Must be unique across platform
  • Format: Lowercase letters and numbers only
  • Hyphens: Allowed but not at start/end

Subdomain Security

All subdomains include automatic SSL encryption.

  • Free SSL: Certificate included
  • Auto-Renewal: Managed automatically
  • HTTPS: Encryption enabled by default
  • Secure: Protected from day one

How to Change Your Subdomain

Follow these steps to update your subdomain (available once during first 30 days):

1

Navigate to Settings

Go to Settings > Domain & SSL in your Zinifly dashboard.

2

Enter New Subdomain

Type your desired subdomain in the "Change Subdomain" field. The system checks availability instantly.

3

Confirm Change

Review your new subdomain and click "Update Subdomain" to confirm the change.

4

Automatic Update

Your subdomain updates immediately. SSL certificate is automatically generated within minutes.

Best Practices

Choose wisely: Use your business name, event name, or marketplace brand. Keep it short (under 20 characters) and avoid numbers unless they're part of your brand. Consider how it will look in marketing materials and on business cards.

Subdomain Requirements

Your subdomain must meet these requirements:

Requirement Details Example
Length 3-30 characters market, myevent, vendorshow
Characters Lowercase letters (a-z), numbers (0-9), hyphens (-) craft-market, vendor2024
Start/End Must start and end with letter or number ✓ mymarket ✗ -market-
Uniqueness Must be available across Zinifly platform System checks in real-time