The StackPath Edge Address is the unique stackpathcdn.com URL provided when a site is created. This URL is used to identify a site on our servers and provide a gateway to connect to our network. This article will show you a variety of ways you can utilize our Edge Address.
This guide assumes you have already created and set up a site.
After selecting the site you would like to modify from the Sites panel, the Edge Address will be visible in the top right corner of each tab related to that site's settings.
Quick Tip: If you intend to use SSL (HTTPS) content pulls for your website, make sure you set the Origin SSL Configuration settings to either 'HTTP or HTTPS' or 'HTTPS Only'
CMS Plugin Integration
Use the StackPath Edge Address
Use a custom subdomain
We also support the option of using a custom subdomain instead of using the Edge Address. Integrating with this method requires the DNS to be modified. Normally, this is done by creating a CNAME record for a subdomain to point towards the Edge Address. Using the StackPath DNS, this will look like:
Once this has been completed, we have to wait for DNS to propagate. Afterward, the custom CNAME can be used in place of the Edge Address for any integration plugin. Be sure to check https://www.whatsmydns.net/ for propagation status before integration.
If you use HTTPS on your website, this method will require you to upload an SSL certificate that covers your custom domain. Set the Edge SSL setting to Custom and the option to upload the certificate will be available at the bottom of the page. We have an in-depth guide about this process here.
Full Site Integration
In a Full site integration, all website content will be delivered to users from the StackPath's system (not just static content using the Edge Address with a CMS plugin). This configuration requires DNS to be pointed directly to the StackPath Edge Address.
The Address box must also be set to the IP address of your website, instead of the delivery domain.
Once you are finished setting up your Settings, it will be time to update the DNS records. A CNAME record for the primary delivery subdomain, usually www, will need to point towards the stackpathcdn.com domain provided.
If you use HTTPS on your website, this method will require you to upload an SSL certificate that covers your custom domain. Set the Edge SSL setting to Custom and the option to upload the certificate will be available at the bottom of the page. We have an in-depth guide about this process here.
You can check out these articles for more information on some of these topics:
- Setting up StackPath DNS - to use our DNS to manage your domains
- Integrating CDN with WordPress and W3 Total Cache - Our most popular Static Assets integration method with WordPress
- Managing DNS with a 3rd Party Provider - If you would like to use your current DNS provider to make the changes above