App Deployment and Custom Domains

Once you have built your app using DeepAgent, the next step is to deploy it so that your users can access it through a public URL. Whether you are sharing an early version with your team or launching a fully developed application for wider use, this guide will walk you through each part of the deployment process.

This document includes:

Introduction to Deployments
Deployment on Abacus.AI
Deployment on Custom Domains
Deployment on custom Subdomain
Frequently Asked Questions

1. Introduction to Deployments

Abacus.AI offers three ways to deploy your application. Use the table below to decide which option works best for your needs:

Option	Abacus.AI domain	Custom Domain	Custom SubDomain
Example URL	yoursite.abacusai.app	yoursite.com	app.yoursite.com
Best for	Quick demos, testing, or sharing your work without setup	When you want to host your app on a custom domain / personalized web address	When you already have a website and want to host the app on a subdomain
Domain Ownership	No domain purchase required	You must own the domain and verify it with Abacus.AI	You must own the domain. Verification with Abacus.AI is optional, but you must update CNAME records
Set up requirements	No setup needed	You need to update NS / Cname records for the domain	You need to update CNAME records for the subdomain and complete TXT verification

2. Deployment on Abacus.AI

Follow these steps to deploy your application on the default Abacus.AI domain.

Step 1: Start the Deployment

Click the Deploy button located in the top right corner of your app interface.

Step 2: Choose Domain Type

A pop-up window will appear with domain options. Select Abacus.AI as your deployment type.

Step 3: Enter Your Subdomain

In the input box, type your desired subdomain.

For example: myapp.abacusai.app, Then click Deploy to publish your application.

Step 4: Test Your Deployed App

Once deployed, a public URL will be generated and displayed in the Deployed URL field. Open this link in your browser to test and share your app. It may take a few minutes (~5 minutes) for your URL to be active.

3. Deployment on custom Domains

Deployment Guide

Step 1: Add a Custom Domain

Click on Deploy button
Enter the custom domain you bought.

Step 2: Update DNS Records and Verify Ownership

You can verify your domain by choosing one of the two options based on your domain providers. While most providers work with either flow, some have restrictions:

Nameservers (NS) records (Recommended for GoDaddy)
Point your domain to Abacus.AI nameservers for full DNS management directly from the Abacus.AI dashboard.
CNAME records (Recommended for Cloudflare, Namecheap, Squarespace, etc.)
Keep DNS management with your provider. Add a CNAME to connect your domain to Abacus.AI.

Step 2A:

Select Nameservers option and Generate records
Verify Nameservers (NS) Records
Copy the NS records name and value shown in the Abacus.AI pop-up. Add this record to your domain provider's DNS configuration.

Step 2B: Select Cname records option & Generate records

Select Cname records option & Generate records
CNAME Record
Copy the CNAME record name and value shown in the Abacus.AI pop-up. Add this record to your domain provider's DNS configuration.
TXT Record (for Domain Verification)
Copy the TXT name and value provided. Add this TXT record in your domain provider's DNS settings.

Once you have updated the records, domain verification may take a few minutes to 48 hours to complete.

Note: If you choose a wrong option between step A & step B and generate the records, you will have to delete the custom domain from the list of domains and restart the whole process again.

Step 3: Deploy Your App

After successful verification, your domain will appear in the Verified Domains list.
Select the desired domain from the list and click Deploy.

Your application will now be live and accessible via your chosen URL.

4. Deployment on custom Subdomain

Deployment Guide

Step 1: Add a Custom Subdomain

Click on Deploy button
Enter the custom domain or subdomain you wish to use.
If you do not own the domain yet, you will need to purchase one from a domain provider such as Namecheap, GoDaddy, or any other registrar.

Step 2: Update DNS Records and Verify Ownership

You will need to configure DNS settings on your domain provider's website to prove ownership and point traffic to your app.

CNAME Record
Copy the CNAME record name and value shown in the Abacus.AI pop-up. Add this record to your domain provider's DNS configuration.
TXT Record (for Domain Verification)
Copy the TXT name and value provided. Add this TXT record in your domain provider's DNS settings.

Once you have updated the records, domain verification may take a few minutes to 48 hours to complete.

Step 3: Deploy Your App

After successful verification, your domain or subdomain will appear in the Verified Domains list.
Select the desired domain from the list and click Deploy.

Your application will now be live and accessible via your chosen URL.

5. Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take for the domain/subdomain to get verified?

It usually takes between 5 minutes to 48 hours for a domain / subdomain to get verified and be available for you to deploy.

What Does Verification Status Mean?

The verification status tells you whether your domain or subdomain has been successfully verified with Abacus.AI. This status must be "Success" before you can deploy your app.

Here is what each status means:

Success: Your domain or subdomain has been successfully verified and is ready for deployment.
Pending: You have not yet completed the required DNS verification steps. Please update the CNAME and TXT records as instructed.
In Progress: The DNS records have been added, and verification is currently underway. This process may take a few minutes to complete.
Failed: The verification attempt was unsuccessful. You may need to double-check your DNS settings and try the verification again.

Managing and Updating Other DNS Records

Updating A records, MX records, AAAA records, or any other DNS records

Case 1 - Domain Verification using Nameservers

If your domain was verified using nameserver records, then you can update other DNS records directly on Abacus.AI

Open Manage domains in the Abacus.AI interface.
Click on the settings button next to the domain you want to manage.
Select the desired type in the “type” dropdown and update the required values.

Case 2 - Domain Verification using CNAME

If your domain was verified using CNAME records, then you can update A records, MX records, AAAA records, or any other DNS records directly through your domain registrar or domain provider’s website.

How to unlink a domain/ Subdomain?

To unlink domain / subdomain:

Open the Manage domains
Click on the "Unlink" button in the Actions column