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User have two type of dimain option for the gluu solo
User have two type of domain option for the gluu-solo

1. gluu.org Domain
2. Custom domain
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1. Quick Setup:

* Minimal configuration is required since the domain is preconfigured by the Gluu platform.
* Ideal for users who want to get started immediately without diving into DNS management.
* Minimal configuration is required since the domain is preconfigured by the Gluu platform.
* Ideal for users who want to get started immediately without diving into DNS management.

2. Managed by Gluu:

* The platform takes care of the domain's DNS management and SSL/TLS certificate provisioning.
* Automatic updates for security and compatibility.
* The platform takes care of the domain's DNS management and SSL/TLS certificate provisioning.
* Automatic updates for security and compatibility.

3. No Additional Costs:

* Users avoid expenses associated with purchasing or renewing custom domain names.
* Users avoid expenses associated with purchasing or renewing custom domain names.


4. Standardized Format:

* Ensures a consistent domain structure, such as yourname.gluu.org.
* Useful in environments where uniformity in domain names is desirable.
* Ensures a consistent domain structure, such as yourname.gluu.org.
* Useful in environments where uniformity in domain names is desirable.


## Configuration Steps for Gluu.org Domain

1. Select the Option:

* Navigate to the domain configuration section in your Gluu platform dashboard.
* Choose "Gluu.org Domain.
* Navigate to the domain configuration section in your Gluu platform dashboard.
* Choose "Gluu.org Domain.

2. Input Subdomain Name:

* Enter a desired subdomain (e.g., myapp.gluu.org).
* Ensure the subdomain is unique and available.
* Enter a desired subdomain (e.g., myapp.gluu.org).
* Ensure the subdomain is unique and available.

3. Verify & Save:

* Review the subdomain configuration and save changes.
* Once saved, the domain is immediately operational with no additional setup.
* Review the subdomain configuration and save changes.
* Once saved, the domain is immediately operational with no additional setup.


# Custom Domain
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## Advantages of Using a Custom Domain

1. Branding

* A custom domain reflects your brand identity, making your application or service appear more professional and credible.
* A custom domain reflects your brand identity, making your application or service appear more professional and credible.

2. Flexibility

* Full control over DNS configurations, subdomains, and redirections.
* Full control over DNS configurations, subdomains, and redirections.

3. Integration

* Easier to integrate with existing systems or services already tied to your domain.
* Easier to integrate with existing systems or services already tied to your domain.


## Configuration Steps for Custom Domain

1. Obtain a Domain Name:

* Purchase a domain name from a registrar like GoDaddy, Namecheap, or Google Domains.


* Purchase a domain name from a registrar like GoDaddy, Namecheap, or Google Domains.
2. Point DNS Records:

* Access your domain's DNS management console.
* Add the following DNS records based on the requirements:
* Access your domain's DNS management console.
* Add the following DNS records based on the requirements:
* A Record: Points the domain to the server's IP address.
* CNAME Record: Used for subdomains to alias the main domain.
* TXT Record: For domain verification or custom purposes like SPF, DKIM, or DMARC.

3. SSL/TLS Certificate:

* Configure an SSL/TLS certificate for secure HTTPS access.
* Options include:
* Configure an SSL/TLS certificate for secure HTTPS access.
* Options include:
* Free certificates (e.g., Let's Encrypt).
* Paid certificates for additional features and support.

4. Configure in the Platform:

* Go to the Gluu platform's domain settings.
* Choose "Custom Domain" and provide your domain name.
* Verify ownership using methods like adding a specific DNS TXT record or uploading a verification file.
* Go to the Gluu platform's domain settings.
* Choose "Custom Domain" and provide your domain name.
* Verify ownership using methods like adding a specific DNS TXT record or uploading a verification file.

5. Test & Validate:

* Confirm that your custom domain is properly set up by accessing it via a browser.
* Ensure the domain resolves correctly and serves the application securely over HTTPS.
* Confirm that your custom domain is properly set up by accessing it via a browser.
* Ensure the domain resolves correctly and serves the application securely over HTTPS.

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