Custom domains and SSL in Azure - Cheat Sheet & Quick Revision

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beginner

What is a custom domain in Azure App Service?

A custom domain is a personalized web address (like www.yourwebsite.com) that you can use instead of the default Azure domain. It helps make your site look professional and easier to remember.

beginner

Why do you need SSL for your custom domain?

SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) encrypts data between users and your website. It protects sensitive information and shows visitors your site is safe with a padlock icon in the browser.

intermediate

How do you verify domain ownership in Azure when adding a custom domain?

You verify ownership by creating a DNS record (like a TXT or CNAME) at your domain registrar. Azure checks this record to confirm you control the domain before linking it.

intermediate

What is Azure App Service Managed Certificate?

It is a free SSL certificate provided by Azure for your custom domains. It automatically renews and helps secure your site without extra cost or manual steps.

intermediate

What is the difference between a CNAME and an A record when configuring custom domains?

A CNAME points your domain to another domain name (like your Azure app URL), while an A record points directly to an IP address. CNAMEs are easier to manage for cloud services.

What is the first step to use a custom domain in Azure App Service?

A Buy an SSL certificate

B Verify domain ownership by adding DNS records

C Create a virtual machine

D Deploy your app

You must first prove you own the domain by adding DNS records before linking it to Azure.

Which Azure feature provides free SSL certificates for custom domains?

A Azure CDN

B Azure Key Vault

C Azure Firewall

D Azure App Service Managed Certificate

Azure App Service Managed Certificate offers free SSL certificates that renew automatically.

What does SSL protect when used with a custom domain?

A Website design

B Domain registration

C Data between user and website

D Azure subscription

SSL encrypts data sent between the user and the website to keep it secure.

Which DNS record type is commonly used to verify domain ownership in Azure?

A TXT record

B SRV record

C PTR record

D MX record

TXT records are often used to prove domain ownership by adding specific values.

What is the main advantage of using a CNAME record for custom domains?

A Easier to manage cloud service URLs

B Points directly to IP address

C Faster DNS resolution

D Required for SSL

CNAME records point to domain names, making it easier to manage dynamic cloud service addresses.

Explain the process of adding a custom domain and securing it with SSL in Azure App Service.

Think about steps from owning a domain to making it secure with HTTPS.

Describe the difference between CNAME and A records when configuring custom domains in Azure.

Consider how DNS records link your domain to Azure resources.