FiveM CAD Custom Domain & Branding: Make Your CAD Your Own
Learn how to set up a custom domain and branding for your FiveM CAD system. Point your own URL to CDE CAD, get automatic SSL, and create a professional community identity.
Why a Custom Domain Matters
First impressions count. When your community members visit your CAD system, the URL they see in the address bar sets the tone. A custom domain gives your FiveM community a professional appearance, reinforces your community identity, and is far easier to remember than a generic or randomly generated URL. Instead of sharing a forgettable link, you share something that looks and feels like it belongs to your community.
How Custom Domains Work with CDE CAD
CDE CAD makes custom domains straightforward. You purchase a domain name (or use one you already own), point it to your CDE CAD instance using DNS records, and the system takes care of the rest. Once your domain is configured, SSL is automatically provisioned so your CAD is immediately accessible over HTTPS with no manual certificate setup required.
There is no complex proxy configuration, no Nginx files to edit, and no firewall rules to write. You update your DNS, tell CDE CAD what domain to expect, and the platform handles the routing and encryption automatically. It works the same whether you use a subdomain like cad.yourcommunity.com or a root domain like yourcad.net.
Setting Up Your Custom Domain
Getting a custom domain connected to your FiveM CAD system takes just a few steps. Here's the process from start to finish:
Community Branding Options
Custom Community Name
Your community name is displayed throughout the CAD interface - in the header, login screen, and system notifications. Members see your brand, not a generic label.
Department Names
Configure departments that match your server's structure - LSPD, BCSO, SASP, or whatever agencies your community runs. Each department is fully customizable.
Server-Specific Terminology
Use the terminology that fits your roleplay style. Configure ten-codes, penal codes, signal codes, and status labels that match how your community operates.
Custom Domain Examples
Not sure what your custom domain should look like? Here are some professional URL patterns that FiveM communities use with CDE CAD:
SSL & Security with Custom Domains
Security is not optional when running a FiveM CAD system. Your CAD handles authentication through Discord OAuth, which requires HTTPS. CDE CAD automatically handles all of this when you connect a custom domain:
Branding Best Practices
Consistent Naming
Use the same community name across your CAD, Discord server, FiveM server listing, and any other platforms. Consistency builds recognition and trust.
Match Discord Branding
Your Discord server is likely the first thing new members see. Make sure your CAD branding matches - same community name, same department names, same terminology.
Professional Presentation
A polished CAD with custom branding is a powerful recruitment tool. When potential members see a professional setup, they know your community takes roleplay seriously.
Keep It Simple
Choose a short, memorable domain. Avoid overly long names or complex subdomains. The easier your URL is to type, the more likely members are to use it directly.
Get CDE CAD with Custom Domain Support
Make your FiveM CAD system truly yours. Set up a custom domain, personalize your branding, and give your community the professional identity it deserves - all with automatic SSL and zero server management.
Custom domain, automatic SSL, and community branding included.