How can I set up my own domain with 1and1.com?

If you've bought a domain from 1and1.com, you must reconfigure your DNS settings to point the domain at your Shopio-hosted storefront.

To set up your domain with 1and1
•    Login to your 1and1 account.
•    Under the Domains header, click on Domain Center
 

•    Click on the checkbox next to the name of the domain that you want to redirect.

To setup a new subdomain, continue with these instructions
•    Click the "plus" symbol to expand the Subdomain Overview.

 
•    Click the New button, then Create Subdomain.

 
•    Type in the prefix for your subdomain. You might choose www or shop or maybe store:

•    Click on Create Subdomain.
•    Click on again to expand the Subdomain Overview.
•    Check off the box beside your new subdomain.
•    Click on Subdomain Settings, then click Edit DNS Settings.

 
•    Under the header Advanced DNS Settings, select CNAME.
•    In the Alias box, type the ".cname.myshopio.com" address Shopio provided for your store, e.g. yourstore.cname.myshopio.com (use your actual store name).
•    Check the box I am aware and accept that...
•    Click on Save.
•    Confirm your choice.
•    Claim your domain in Shopio.

After you've claimed your domain, it can take up to 48 hours for changes to take effect.