Common Issues
Subdomain Not Resolving
Symptoms:- Browser shows “site can’t be reached”
- DNS lookup fails
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Check DNS records
- Verify CNAME record is added
- Ensure it points to correct target
- Wait for propagation (up to 48 hours)
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Verify subdomain format
- Use only letters, numbers, hyphens
- Don’t start or end with hyphen
- Keep it short and simple
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Check for conflicts
- Ensure no duplicate records
- Remove conflicting A records
SSL Certificate Issues
Symptoms:- “Not secure” warning in browser
- Certificate errors
- Wait for SSL provisioning (can take up to 24 hours)
- Verify DNS is properly configured
- Check domain ownership verification
Subdomain Shows Wrong Content
Symptoms:- Different website appears
- Old content displays
- Clear browser cache
- Try incognito/private window
- Verify subdomain assignment in settings
Checking DNS Status
In Lindo.ai:- Open Settings → Domain
- Check connection status
- Look for green checkmark
DNS Propagation
DNS changes can take time:- Typical: 15 minutes to 4 hours
- Maximum: Up to 48 hours
- Check: Use dnschecker.org
Common DNS Mistakes
| Mistake | Fix |
|---|---|
| Wrong record type | Use CNAME, not A record |
| Typo in target | Copy exact value from Lindo.ai |
| Missing period | Some providers need trailing dot |
| Proxy enabled | Disable Cloudflare proxy initially |
Testing Your Subdomain
- Open terminal/command prompt
- Run:
nslookup yoursubdomain.yourdomain.com - Verify it resolves to correct target
Still Having Issues?
If problems persist:- Screenshot your DNS settings
- Note the exact subdomain
- Contact support with details