Domains & Launch

Learn how to point DNS for your domain to WP Engine automatically, or manually using CNAME flattening or A records.

Compare the WP Engine networks and their features, including; Legacy, Advanced Network, & Global Edge Security (GES).

Learn about WP Engine’s new advanced network and how to convert to it in order to take advantage of Cloudflare performance features.

Add an SSL to secure your website using Let’s Encrypt or a 3rd party certificate. Learn how to force all or just specific pages to HTTPS.

Global Edge Security is a security and performance suite partnered with Cloudflare. Learn how to setup your DNS for us with GES services.

Learn how to move your domain from one environment to another. Follow these steps to ensure all steps are done correctly and ensure minimal downtime.

We explain the need for CAA records, how to verify whether your DNS provider supports them, and how to set up a new CAA record.

Learn how to add a domain to an environment in the User Portal, what each domain status means, and what issues may arise.

Going Live on WP Engine means updating your site so it loads over a new domain. Learn how to Go Live with a domain on WP Engine.