Lovable custom domain not working
A Lovable custom domain can fail because the project is unpublished, DNS records are wrong, verification is still pending, SSL has not finished, an AAAA record is interfering, or traffic is being routed through a proxy incorrectly.
Quick verdict
For Lovable custom domain issues, publish the project, verify the exact DNS records, remove conflicting AAAA records, wait for DNS propagation, and only use proxy or CDN settings when you understand the routing.
Target topics covered
First checks
Confirm the project is published, the domain is connected in Project Settings, and you have the right DNS records from Lovable. Custom domains are a paid-plan feature, and a domain cannot serve the project until the project is published.
DNS and verification issues
Lovable domain setup may require A records and TXT records for ownership verification. DNS can take time to propagate, so a domain may not become live immediately after you save the records.
- Check that the host/name field matches your DNS provider's expected format
- Keep verification records unchanged until setup completes
- Use a DNS checker to confirm records have propagated
- Wait several hours when records were just changed
- Remember that DNS propagation can take up to 72 hours
Wrong site or outdated version
Lovable's domain guidance calls out AAAA records as a common cause of wrong-site routing. If the domain points somewhere unexpected, review your DNS settings and remove conflicting IPv6 AAAA records for that host.
Cloudflare and proxy settings
If you use Cloudflare or another proxy, make sure you are following the advanced proxy setup path and using the correct CNAME flow. Proxying the wrong record during verification can keep a domain stuck in a verifying state.
Frequently asked questions
Why is my Lovable custom domain not live?
The project may be unpublished, DNS records may be wrong, verification may still be pending, SSL may not be ready, or DNS propagation may not have finished.
How long does Lovable domain setup take?
Some domain setups complete in minutes, but DNS changes can take several hours and may take up to 72 hours to fully propagate.
Why does my Lovable domain show the wrong site?
A common cause is conflicting DNS, including AAAA records or proxy/CDN settings that route traffic away from the expected Lovable destination.
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