Custom Domain URL Shortener
Verify any domain you own and serve short links that look like they came from your team - not a shortener vendor. Full DNS verification, automatic SSL, and unlimited domains on paid plans.
Why branded short links outperform generic ones
When you share a link from bit.ly/abc123, your audience sees a third-party brand. When you share go.yourcompany.com/launch, they see yours. That distinction matters: branded links receive up to 39% higher click-through rates than generic short links, according to industry research.
Custom domains also build trust. In an era of phishing and spam, a link that resolves under a recognizable domain reassures recipients that the destination is legitimate. This is especially critical for affiliate marketers, government agencies, and enterprise teams sending links via email, SMS, or social media.
With Keynou Drive, you can connect as many domains as you need - one for your main brand, one for a campaign microsite, one for a partner program. All managed from a single dashboard with automatic SSL provisioning.
Key capabilities
Unlimited domains
Connect as many custom domains as you need on paid plans.
Automatic SSL
We provision and renew SSL certificates for every domain automatically.
DNS verification in minutes
Point your A record, verify, and start creating links immediately.
Root or subdomain
Use yourbrand.com or go.yourbrand.com - both fully supported.
How it works
Add your domain
Enter the domain you want to use for short links in the Keynou Drive dashboard.
Update DNS records
Point your domain's A record to the IP address we provide. This typically takes a few minutes to propagate.
SSL is provisioned automatically
We detect the DNS change and provision an SSL certificate for your domain - no manual setup required.
Start creating branded links
Your domain is live. Create short links that resolve under your brand with full analytics tracking.
Explore all features
Every feature, working together
Keynou Drive ships with everything you need to brand, track, and scale your short links. Jump to any feature to see how it fits.
Branded Splash Pages
Show your logo and brand colors on every redirect before the destination loads.
Learn moreReal-Time Analytics
Track clicks by country, device, and referrer - no third-party tag manager required.
Learn moreChrome Extension
Create branded short links from any browser tab in one click.
Learn moreDeveloper API
Manage links, domains, and analytics programmatically via REST API.
Learn moreRedis-Backed Speed
Sub-second redirects globally with Redis caching and a 60-minute resolve TTL.
Learn morePrivacy-First
No cookies, no third-party tracking, no data resale. GDPR compliant by design.
Learn moreMobile-Responsive
Full dashboard and analytics access on any device - desktop, tablet, or phone.
Learn moreFrequently Asked Questions
How do I verify my custom domain?
To verify your custom domain, add the domain name in your Keynou Drive dashboard under Settings > Domains. Then, log in to your DNS provider (e.g., Cloudflare, GoDaddy, Namecheap) and point an A record to the IP address shown in your dashboard. Once the DNS change propagates, Keynou Drive automatically provisions an SSL certificate for your domain - no manual certificate management, no Let's Encrypt configuration, and no nginx setup required. DNS propagation typically takes 15 minutes to 24 hours depending on your registrar. You will receive an email notification when your domain is verified and ready. The entire process is designed for non-technical users and includes step-by-step instructions in the dashboard for every major DNS provider.
Can I use multiple custom domains?
Yes. You can connect unlimited custom domains on all paid plans (Starter at $10/mo, Growth at $25/mo, Scale at $99/mo). The free tier includes 1 custom domain. Each domain can serve its own set of short links, and you can manage them all from a single dashboard. When creating a new short link, you simply select which of your connected domains to use. This is ideal for marketing agencies managing links for multiple clients, businesses with multiple sub-brands, or campaigns that need dedicated tracking domains. Each domain gets its own SSL certificate automatically and can have its own branded splash page configuration with custom logos and colors.
Do I need technical knowledge to set up a custom domain?
Basic DNS knowledge is helpful but not required. Our setup guide walks you through each step with screenshots for every major DNS provider (Cloudflare, GoDaddy, Namecheap, Google Domains, Route53). The entire process typically takes under 10 minutes once you are in your DNS dashboard. You simply copy the A record IP address from your Keynou Drive dashboard and paste it into your DNS provider's record editor. If you get stuck, our support team at support@keynou.com can guide you through the process. For enterprise customers, we offer white-glove onboarding where our team configures DNS on your behalf. No coding, server configuration, or SSL certificate management is needed at any point.
Will my short links work with HTTPS?
Yes. We automatically provision and renew SSL certificates for every custom domain you connect. All short links resolve over HTTPS with valid certificates - no mixed content warnings, no browser security errors. SSL provisioning happens automatically once your DNS A record propagates, typically within 15 minutes. Certificates are renewed automatically before expiry, so you never need to manage certificate lifecycles. HTTPS is enforced by default; HTTP requests are automatically upgraded to HTTPS via a 301 redirect. This ensures that your branded short links are secure, trusted by browsers, and compliant with modern web standards. HTTPS also enables retargeting pixels and other tracking technologies that require a secure context.
Can I use a subdomain for my short links?
Yes. You can use either a root domain (e.g., yourbrand.com) or a subdomain (e.g., go.yourbrand.com) for your short links. Both are fully supported with automatic SSL provisioning. Using a subdomain is the most common approach because it does not interfere with your main website's DNS records. For example, if your website is www.yourbrand.com, you can use go.yourbrand.com for short links without any conflict. You can also use multiple subdomains (e.g., go.yourbrand.com for marketing, shop.yourbrand.com for e-commerce, aff.yourbrand.com for affiliate links) to organize links by purpose. Each subdomain is treated as a separate custom domain in your dashboard and can have its own branded splash page configuration.