Configure GHL Email & Custom Domains

[0:00] Hey guys and gals! In this video, I'm going to show you how to set up all of your domains inside your GoHighLevel account. If you're an AlphaBlossom CRM member, this guide applies to you as well. Domain setup can seem a little confusing because there are several different places where you configure them. The goal is to replace the default agency domains with your own branded domains, creating a more professional experience for your customers. We'll cover branded domains, funnels, websites, blogs, WordPress, email domains, calendar links, and client portals, so by the end of this video you'll have everything configured correctly.

[2:30] Let's start with branded domains. This is the domain that's used whenever you share forms, payment links, or other assets directly instead of embedding them on a page. By default, these links use your agency's domain, but with a branded domain you can use your own, such as link.yourdomain.com. I'll show you how to connect it through your Business Profile settings, authorize it with Cloudflare, and explain what to expect while your DNS records propagate.

[5:45] Next, we'll set up domains for funnels, websites, blogs, webinars, and online stores. You'll learn how to connect an existing domain, choose between the root domain or the www version, and configure automatic redirects. We'll also look at using subdomains, assigning domains to specific websites or funnels, and configuring options like custom 404 pages and robots.txt.

[10:30] Once your domains are connected, I'll show you where to assign them throughout GoHighLevel. Whether you're working with websites, blogs, or funnels, each section allows you to select which domain should be displayed to visitors. I'll also explain a few differences if you're using AI Studio.

[11:41] If you're using WordPress inside GoHighLevel, there's a separate domain setup process. We'll connect a custom domain, automatically configure SSL certificates, verify the DNS records, and look at additional WordPress management features, including backups, analytics, plugin management, PHP settings, and multiple domain support.

[15:28] Next is email, and this is probably the most important section of the entire video. Proper email domain configuration has a huge impact on deliverability. I'll show you how to create dedicated sending domains like mail.yourdomain.com, automatically configure the required DNS records—including SPF, DKIM, and DMARC—and verify everything so your emails have the best chance of reaching your customers' inboxes.

[18:25] After your email domains are verified, we'll configure email headers and sender identities. This ensures your emails display a friendly sender name while maintaining proper domain authentication behind the scenes, which helps improve both branding and email reputation.

[19:24] We'll also create a dedicated domain for calendar notifications. This lets appointment confirmations, reminders, and booking emails come from a branded calendar-specific domain, helping keep your communication organized and professional.

[20:47] I'll then show you how to assign different email domains to different parts of the CRM, including one-to-one emails, bulk campaigns, calendar notifications, payment emails, and client portal notifications. Separating these domains can improve deliverability and reduce the impact if one sending domain experiences issues.

[22:18] Next, we'll configure a dedicated payment email domain and discuss how organizing separate domains for different functions helps isolate risk while keeping your email infrastructure clean and scalable.

[23:05] I'll also share a simple tip for managing your DNS records inside Cloudflare. By adding comments and organizing your records, you'll make future troubleshooting and maintenance much easier, especially as your DNS configuration grows.

[24:30] Finally, we'll finish configuring the remaining email domains for the client portal and one-time password notifications. I'll also explain domain warm-up and why gradually increasing email volume is important for maintaining a healthy sender reputation.

[27:32] The last domain we'll configure is the client portal. If you're using memberships, online courses, or communities, you'll learn how to connect a branded portal domain, configure it with Cloudflare, and prepare your membership site for your users.

[30:20] To wrap everything up, I'll recap the entire setup process and share a few recommendations for getting everything configured at once. Spending a little extra time during your initial setup saves a lot of headaches later, especially when it comes to email deliverability and branding. Once everything is configured, you'll simply choose the appropriate domain whenever you create new websites, funnels, emails, or other assets inside GoHighLevel.