Having your own domain name linked to your Canva website just feels right. It looks more professional and cleaner, and honestly, it’s easier to remember than those long subdomains. If you are using ARZ Host as your domain and wish to have it connected to something you have created on Canva, then good news is that it can be done. It may seem technical but once you know where things are situated in cPanel, then rest is simply a matter of clicks and copying.
The first attempt to Point A Domain To Canva may result in poking around in a control panel, but there is nothing to fret about. You are basically copy-pasting the items Canva provides you with into the right fields. And even when something does not work immediately, there is most often a small explanation why: maybe something has to be removed, or perhaps the update has not propagated yet.
This stuff is something that people could complicate but once you do it, it becomes simple. Once that’s set, you get that neat little feeling of having your own corner of the internet, working just how you want it.
Domain pointing is actually a pretty simple idea. You’ve got a domain name; something like yoursite.com—and you want it to lead people to the right place online. That’s all it is. Pointing is simply informing the internet, “Hey, when a person types this address, send him/her there.
It’s like setting up a signpost. The domain is the sign, and you choose where it points. Sometimes, that’s a website you built on something like Canva; other times, it could be a blog, a shop, or whatever. You’re just connecting the name to the right space.
Nothing really changes with the domain itself; it stays the same. You are simply clanking the buttons behind the scenes so it can know where to turn. Imagine that you are switching the forwarding address on your mail. The envelope bears the same name but now it falls somewhere different.
And yeah, it can take a little while to kick in. The internet kind of has to catch up with the change. But once it’s done, your domain works as it should, and people get to your site without seeing any weird links or extra stuff in the URL.
It is better to prepare everything before you connect your domain with Canva. It saves a lot of hassle later. Ensure that your Canva site is completed (or you have at least enough so) and that you have the information you require before taking a deep dive into the settings.
A little preparation takes you a long way. To connect your domain without going to and fro, follow the steps below.
If you’re confused by anything here, you can check Canva’s help section or contact ARZ Host’s support.
You will need to clear your DNS records that would otherwise be in the way to make sure that your domain points to Canva. Conflicting or old records will foul things up-your domain may not work as well, and Canva won’t be able to check it out. It’s better to clean the house first, then.
This is done by first searching your DNS logs and seeing whether you have any A records with the name established as either @ (the root domain) or www. These usually point to an IP address. If they don’t match what Canva told you to use, they’ve got to go.
Next, look for any AAAA records. The same deal applies, if they’re set to @ or www and not part of the Canva setup, you’ll want to remove them, too. These are just like A records but for IPv6 addresses.
Also, have a look at your CNAME records. If there’s one for www or even @ that points somewhere else, it’ll definitely clash with Canvas settings. Canva needs clean entries to work correctly.
In the case of something that does not fit Canvas info, either A or AAAA, or CNAME, click the Delete button. In the case where it questions you whether you are certain, you should affirm it.
After clearing all that, you can add Canvas records without any confusion. That way, everything connects smoothly, and your domain works as it should
To link your domain to your Canva site, you’ll need to add a couple of DNS records in your ARZ Host cPanel. Nothing too complicated, you just have to know where to put what. There are two types of records you’ll be adding: a TXT record (to prove you own the domain) and a couple of A records (to point your domain to Canvas servers).
And that’s pretty much it. After those are in place, your domain will be configured to communicate with Canvas servers. It may not work immediately- sometimes it takes hours and in some rare instances one day or two just to give the internet time to adjust to the changes. All you need to do is to wait a little and come back.
Once you save your DNS changes in cPanel, it will take them a little time to propagate around the internet. It can be quick and sometimes it can be time-consuming. Be patient for an hour or two, maybe more.
After Canva tells you it is ready, your site will be up and running with your own domain. Your link can now be shared and it will take you directly to your Canva site which is clean and nice.
After Canva has ensured that your domain is connected and that all is in order, you are nearly at the finish line. Your site is almost complete, only a few minor details are remaining. You can make some adjustments, and then you can publish.
It is easy to edit the last section of the URL of your web page in case you do not like the one given by Canva. The suffix at the end of your domain name, known as the slug, you can clean it up or personalize it.
You are also able to post a favicon (those little images that appear in your browser tab). It is not mandatory yet it is a nice touch.
You can also include password protection in case you do not want anyone to see the site. Convenient when it is a personal event or project.
Once you are sure that you are good to go and things look and feel just the way you desire them to be, all you need to do is to press the Publish button. Your Canva account will be finished and completely operational with your own custom domain. No additional links and no branding will be on the URL; it will only be your name, your site, your way.
And there you have it. An effective, professional site that people can locate and recall.
After pointing your domain to Canva and having everything verified, you are all set. It may have appeared a little technical, but step by step, it is just a matter of putting the right information in the right places. And when it is done, it is great to see your own domain link to a site which you had created yourself.
Just keep that in mind, DNS stuff may need some time to stabilize. And you need not panic when things do not appear immediately, wait a few hours, even a day, and recheck. As soon as it is live through ARZ Host you will have a full-fledged, tailor made web address that appears much more professional and personalized than a random link.
It does not really matter whether it is a portfolio, a small business, or merely something you are proud of, having it under your own name does matter. Feels more real.
It depends. Usually, the DNS changes take effect within a few hours, but sometimes it can take up to 24–48 hours. If it’s still not working after two days, double-check the records or ask your hosting provider for help.
Make sure you’re using a Canva plan that includes website publishing with custom domains. If you’re on a free plan, that option might not show up. Upgrading usually solves that.
Not all of them—just the ones that conflict. Look for A, AAAA, or CNAME records for @ and www. If they point somewhere else, remove them before adding Canvas details.
You should have received them in your welcome email when you signed up with ARZ Host. If you can’t find it, check your inbox (or spam folder) or contact their support to resend it.
Yes, but be careful. When updating DNS, don’t touch the MX records. If you change or delete those by mistake, your email might stop working. Just leave those as they are.
A TXT record is a simple text entry in your DNS settings. Canva uses it to ensure that you actually own the domain before letting you connect it to their platform.
First, give it some time. If it’s still not working after 24–48 hours, go back and double-check the DNS entries. One tiny typo can break it. You can also use a DNS checker tool to see if the records are showing correctly.
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