Connecting Site To Cloudflare
Link: https://support.brilliantdirectories.com/support/solutions/articles/12000084176
Cloudflare helps websites load faster, stay online, and stay protected from cyber threats. It works by directing traffic through its global network of servers, which speeds up loading times and blocks attacks from hackers, spam, and harmful bots. Think of it as a security and performance booster that keeps everything running smoothly in the background.
For website owners, this means less downtime, better protection, and a faster experience for visitors. Cloudflare also helps manage traffic efficiently, reduces strain on the website’s server, and improves search engine rankings. With features like automatic caching, security filters, and smart traffic routing, it makes running a website easier and more reliable.
Create Account
1. Create an account with Cloudflare and select "Add Domain":
2. Add the domain:
3. Select the Free version:
4. Hit "Continue":
Connect Cloudflare to Website
Cloudflare provides two nameservers that need to be connected in your Domain Registrar settings.
In a separate browser tab, log in to your domain registrar, go to the DNS settings, and remove the BD nameservers before adding the new ones from Cloudflare.
Nameserver Method
Remove the Brilliant Directories nameservers:
Now add the ones that Cloudflare provided:
A Record
When a website is connected to Cloudflare, an A Record must be added to point to the IP address of the Brilliant Directories website.
The IP Address for the BD site is found in the Domain Manager:
Helpful Links
- GoDaddy: how to update nameservers
- Network Solutions: how to update nameservers
- Namecheap: how to update nameservers
- Bluehost: how to update nameservers
Cloudflare Settings
There are specific settings that need to be configured to ensure Cloudflare works correctly on the website.
Automatic HTTPS Rewrites
Select toggle: Off
Always Use HTTPS
Select toggle: Off
Summary: Hit "Finish".
Rocket Loader
Speed >> Optimization >> Content Optimization: Disable Rocket Loader
Scrape Shield
Scrape Shield >> Disable Hotlink Protection
Security Headers
Rules >> Transform Rules >> Managed Transforms >> Disable "Add Security Headers"