Lovable Custom Domains
Custom Domains for Lovable Apps
Use your own domain and SSL with a Lovable app—without staying on a paid Lovable plan.
Platform constraint
The Lovable Limitation
Lovable supports custom domains, but only while you remain on a paid plan.
Lovable Subdomains
Apps are published to a *.lovable.app subdomain unless you upgrade to a paid Lovable plan.
Paid Plan Required
Custom domains are only available on Lovable’s paid plan, which starts at $25/month.
AI Credits vs Hosting
After an app is generated, many users no longer need AI credits but must stay on a paid plan to keep their domain.
Lovable is often used to generate full-stack apps quickly using AI. Once an app is built, many users no longer need ongoing AI credits, but must remain on a paid plan solely to keep a custom domain. For users who are okay with Lovable branding, this creates an opportunity to reduce costs while still using their own domain.
Step-by-step
How This Works with Lovable
Step 1: Build Your App on Lovable
Generate and deploy your app using Lovable. Once complete, you can downgrade to the free plan.
Step 2: Add the Lovable Upstream
Use your app’s *.lovable.app URL as the upstream source. This is where your app is served from.
Step 3: Connect Your Domain
Add your custom domain and follow the DNS verification instructions provided.
Step 4: Automatic SSL & Activation
Once verified, SSL is automatically issued and renewed. Your domain now serves your Lovable app securely.
No surprises, just domains
Important Transparency
This service does not remove Lovable branding or modify your app. Your app continues to be hosted and served by Lovable.
Ideal for Cost-Conscious AI Builders
Who This Is For
Best for Lovable Users Who
Finished App Generation
You’ve already built your app and no longer need ongoing AI credits.
Want to Reduce Costs
You want to avoid paying $25/month just to keep a custom domain active.
Are Okay with Branding
Lovable branding on the app is acceptable for your use case.
Need a Real Domain
You want a professional domain for demos, sharing, or early users.
Common Use Cases
Internal Tools
Serve internal apps under a clean domain without staying on a paid plan.
Early MVPs
Run early-stage products on a real domain before committing to long-term costs.
Client Demos
Share Lovable-built apps with clients using a branded domain.
Side Projects
Keep side projects affordable while still using a custom domain.
Platform-agnostic domains
Works Beyond Lovable
Use the same custom domain setup across other platforms and no-code tools.
Stop Paying Just for a Domain
Keep your Lovable app on the free plan while serving it through your own custom domain with automatic SSL.