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Tracking domain is not working

Fix CNAME and resolution issues.

Overview

Tracking domains fail when the CNAME is missing, proxied, duplicated, or still propagating.

Recommended workflow

1

Confirm the CNAME host and target.

2

Remove http or https from DNS values.

3

Set the record to DNS-only if your provider has proxy controls.

4

Check for existing conflicting records.

5

Send a test after DNS resolves.

Tips that make this work better

Tip

Use a subdomain like track.

Tip

Do not reuse a subdomain already used by another app.

Tip

Cloudflare proxy settings often cause issues.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Adding a URL instead of a DNS target.
  • Using the root domain for tracking.

Done well, this should leave you with

A cleaner Outlio setup, fewer avoidable campaign issues, and a more reliable path from setup to replies.

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