Configuring Custom Domain and SSL Certificates in Bold BI on Azure App Service

When deploying Bold BI on Azure App Service, you may want to use a custom domain with your own SSL certificates to enhance your brand identity and ensure secure communication. This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to set up a custom domain and configure SSL certificates for your Bold BI Azure App Service deployment.

Adding a Custom Domain to Azure App Service

Before updating the Bold BI application settings, you need to map your custom domain to your Azure App Service. Follow these steps to add a custom domain:

1. Purchase a Domain: If you haven’t already, purchase a domain from a domain provider.
2. Configure DNS Settings: Set up DNS records with your domain provider to point to your Azure App Service.
3. Map Custom Domain in Azure: Navigate to your Azure App Service in the Azure portal and configure the custom domain settings.

For detailed instructions on adding a custom domain to your Azure App Service, refer to the official Microsoft documentation:
Configure a custom domain name for your Azure App Service

Updating Bold BI Application Settings

After successfully mapping your custom domain to Azure App Service, you need to update the Bold BI application settings to reflect the new domain. Here’s how to update the site URL for individual or bulk tenant sites in Bold BI:

1. Access Bold BI Dashboard: Log in to your Bold BI dashboard with administrative credentials.
2. Navigate to Settings: Find the settings or configuration section where you can update the site URL.
3. Update Site URL: Change the site URL to your new custom domain and save the changes.

For a comprehensive guide on updating the site URL in Bold BI, please refer to the following support document:
Update Site URL for Individual & Bulk Tenant Sites in Bold BI

Additional References

1. Changing Domain in Bold BI: Windows, Linux, Docker & Kubernetes
2. How to change the binding for Bold BI in Windows using a domain name with an SSL certificate?
3. How to use separate domain for each client site in Bold BI