Adding a Domain

1. Overview

Before you can create aliases (like hello@yourdomain.com), you must add your custom domain to MelMe. This tells MelMe which website addresses you own and allows the platform to prepare the necessary routing rules.

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2. Why This Matters

Having custom email addresses built on your own domain (e.g., info@mycompany.com instead of mycompany@gmail.com) builds immediate trust and credibility with clients, partners, and customers. It also ensures you are not locked into any single email provider forever.

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3. How to Use It

Step 1: Access the Domains Page

1. Log in to your MelMe dashboard.
2. Click on Domains in the sidebar menu.

Step 2: Add Your Domain

1. Click the Add Domain button.
2. Choose between adding a Root Domain or a Subdomain:
   • Root Domain: Use this if you want emails sent directly to your main address (e.g., yourdomain.com -> contact@yourdomain.com).
   • Subdomain: Use this if you want to isolate emails to a specific branch (e.g., mail.yourdomain.com -> contact@mail.yourdomain.com).
3. Type in your domain name (do not include http:// or www.).
4. Click Submit. MelMe will instantly generate custom DNS verification records for you.

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4. Common Mistakes

• Adding "www" before the domain: Do not enter www.yourdomain.com. Only enter yourdomain.com.
• Adding a domain you don't own: You must be able to log in to the domain registrar (e.g., GoDaddy, Namecheap, Cloudflare) where you bought the domain to complete setup.

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5. Tips