Adding Your First Domain

Learn how to add and configure domains for monitoring in Domain Lab

Adding Domains to Domain Lab

Domain Lab makes it easy to add and monitor multiple domains. You can add domains one at a time or in batches using a comma-separated list.

Pro Tip: You can add multiple domains at once by separating them with commas

1

Navigate to Add Domain

Access the Add Domain Page

  1. From the dashboard, click on the "Domains" menu item in the top navigation
  2. On the domains page, click the "Add Domain" button in the top right corner
  3. Or navigate directly to /domain/add
2

Enter Domain Information

Domain Entry Options

  1. Enter your domain name(s):
    • Single domain: "example.com" (without http/https)
    • Multiple domains: "example.com, mydomain.com, anothersite.org" (comma-separated)
  2. Select monitoring frequency:
    • Daily (Recommended): Most comprehensive monitoring
    • Weekly: Less frequent checks
  3. Click "Add Domain" to save

Note: Our domain monitor engine will run its first scan of your domain after you add it. This initial scan may take a few minutes to complete.

3

Verify Domain Setup

Confirm Your Domain is Active

  1. After adding the domain, you'll be redirected to the domain details page
  2. Verify that the domain is showing as "Active" status
  3. Check that the monitoring frequency is set correctly
  4. Review the initial scan results and SSL certificate information

Best Practices

Tips for Effective Domain Monitoring

  • Use daily monitoring for critical domains to catch issues quickly
  • Add multiple domains at once using comma separation to save time
  • Verify domain names are entered correctly without http/https prefixes
  • Check domain status regularly in your dashboard
  • Set up notifications to stay informed about domain changes

Troubleshooting

Common Issues and Solutions

Domain not found or inactive

Check that the domain name is spelled correctly and the domain is currently active on the internet.

Initial scan taking too long

The first scan can take several minutes. Check back in 5-10 minutes for results.

Multiple domains not adding

Ensure domains are separated by commas with no extra spaces: "domain1.com,domain2.com"

What Happens Next?

After Adding Your Domain

  • Domain Lab will begin monitoring your domain. Note: Our domain monitor initial scan may take a few minutes to complete.
  • You'll receive notifications based on your configured preferences
  • Visit the dashboard regularly to view monitoring status and insights
  • Add more domains as needed using the same process
  • Configure custom alerts and notification preferences in your account settings