Easy Tech Tuts(100% Working) How to Add ALIAS Record in GoDaddy, Cloudflare, Namecheap Easily 2026
By Impran M N
ALIAS records let you point your root domain to another domain name, giving you CNAME-like functionality even at the root level where standard CNAMEs aren't allowed. This guide covers what ALIAS records are and how to add them correctly across GoDaddy, Cloudflare, and Namecheap.
01Understand what an ALIAS record does
An ALIAS (or ANAME) record points your root domain to another domain name, which is useful when a service requires CNAME-style routing but your domain has no subdomain prefix.
02Locate the DNS management area at your registrar
Log in to GoDaddy, Cloudflare, or Namecheap and navigate to the DNS or advanced DNS settings for your domain.
03Add a new ALIAS record
Create a new record, select ALIAS or ANAME as the type depending on what your registrar calls it, and enter the target domain provided by your hosting or service.
04Save and confirm the record was added
Save the new record and double-check it appears correctly in your DNS record list without conflicting with an existing A record on the root.
05Allow propagation and test
Give the change time to propagate, then test that your root domain resolves correctly to the intended service.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between an ALIAS record and a CNAME?
A CNAME can't be used on a root domain, while an ALIAS record provides similar functionality specifically for root domains.
Do GoDaddy, Cloudflare, and Namecheap all support ALIAS records?
Yes, all three support this functionality, though the exact record name and setup screen can differ slightly between them.
Why would I need an ALIAS record instead of an A record?
An ALIAS record is useful when the destination's IP address can change, since it points to a domain name rather than a fixed IP.
How long does an ALIAS record take to work?
Like other DNS changes, it depends on propagation time, which can range from minutes to a few hours.
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