FiveM Custom Domain Setup Guide - Replace IP with URLs
Set up FiveM custom domains for professional branding & better user experience. Replace IP connections with memorable URLs like play.yourdomain.com using DNS configuration.
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FiveM Custom Domain Setup
Custom domains allow players to connect to FiveM servers using memorable URLs instead of IP addresses and ports. This configuration replaces direct IP connections (e.g., 123.45.67.89:30120) with branded domain names (e.g., play.yourdomain.com).
Benefits
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Professional branding | Clean, memorable connection URLs for communities |
| DNS management | Centralized record management through Cloudflare dashboard |
| Advanced service preparation | Foundation for DDoS protection and reverse proxy services |
| User experience | Simplified connection process for players |
DNS Configuration
Step 1: Configure A Record
- Access the DNS section of your domain registrar or Cloudflare dashboard
- Create a new A Record with these specifications:
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | A |
| Name | play (or preferred subdomain) |
| IPv4 Address | Your server IP address |
| Proxy Status | DNS Only (disabled proxying) |
Note: Disabling proxy status exposes your server IP but allows proper FiveM connections.
- Save the record
Step 2: Configure SRV Record
The SRV record enables connections without specifying port numbers.
- Create a new SRV Record with these parameters:
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | SRV |
| Name | play.yourdomain.com |
| Service | _cfx |
| Protocol | UDP |
| TTL | Auto |
| Priority | 10 |
| Weight | 10 |
| Port | 30120 (or custom port) |
| Target | play.yourdomain.com |
- Save the record
Connection Testing
After configuring both DNS records:
- Allow 2-4 hours for DNS propagation
- Players can connect using the custom domain (e.g.,
play.yourdomain.com) - Verify connectivity from multiple locations to confirm global propagation
Technical Specifications
| Connection Type | Format | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Direct IP | IP:PORT | 123.45.67.89:30120 |
| Custom Domain | subdomain.domain.com | play.yourdomain.com |
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