Understanding Domain-Level Whitelisting
When you enable domain-level whitelisting, all visitors to that specific domain are automatically whitelisted for their entire session. This means they will see content in Whitelisted Containers by default, without needing query parameters or other whitelisting conditions.How It Works
- Automatic whitelisting - No URL parameters needed
- Domain-specific - Only applies to the configured domain
- Session-wide - Applies to all pages within that domain
- Immediate effect - Takes effect as soon as visitors land on the domain
Setting Up Domain-Level Whitelisting
Step 1: Access Domain Settings
- Go to Domains in your ElasticFunnels.io dashboard
- Find the domain you want to configure
- Click “Edit” on that domain
Step 2: Enable Whitelisting
- In the domain settings, look for “Whitelist all visitors” option
- Toggle it ON to enable automatic whitelisting
- Save your domain configuration
Step 3: Verify Configuration
- Enabled: All visitors to this domain will see full content
- Disabled: Visitors will see compliant content (unless whitelisted by other methods)
When to Use Domain-Level Whitelisting
Separate Domains Strategy
Best use case: When you have separate domains for different purposes:- Compliant domain (e.g.,
example-compliant.com) - For ad platform review - Full content domain (e.g.,
example-full.com) - For actual traffic
Traffic Segmentation
Use domain-level whitelisting when you want to:- Direct real traffic to a specific domain
- Separate compliance review from actual customer traffic
- Simplify visitor experience - no need for complex URL parameters
- Ensure consistent experience across all pages on that domain
Campaign-Specific Domains
Perfect for:- VIP campaigns with dedicated domains
- Affiliate-specific domains for different partners
- Geographic targeting with country-specific domains
- Product-specific domains for different offers
Integration with Other Whitelisting Methods
Priority Order
When multiple whitelisting methods are configured:- Domain-level whitelisting (highest priority)
- Query parameter whitelisting
- Page event whitelisting
- Default non-whitelisted state
Combined Strategies
You can combine domain-level whitelisting with:- Query parameter conditions for additional logic
- Page event whitelisting for specific pages
- Visitor segmentation based on other criteria
Best Practices
Domain Organization
- Use descriptive domain names - Make it clear which domain serves which purpose
- Keep domains organized - Document which domains are whitelisted
- Test thoroughly - Verify whitelisting works as expected before going live
- Monitor performance - Track how each domain performs
Traffic Management
- Route traffic appropriately - Send real visitors to whitelisted domains
- Use non-whitelisted domains for compliance review
- Consider SEO impact - Ensure proper domain strategy for search engines
- Plan for scale - Consider how domain strategy will work as you grow
Security Considerations
- Protect whitelisted domains - Don’t share whitelisted domain URLs publicly
- Monitor access - Keep track of who has access to whitelisted domains
- Regular audits - Review domain settings periodically
- Backup strategy - Have fallback domains if needed
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
- Whitelisting not working - Check that the toggle is enabled and saved
- Wrong content showing - Verify domain spelling and configuration
- Mixed content - Ensure all pages on the domain have proper containers
- Session issues - Test in incognito mode to verify fresh session behavior
Testing Your Setup
- Visit the domain directly - Should show full content immediately
- Check different pages - Verify whitelisting applies site-wide
- Test in incognito - Ensure it works for new visitors
- Verify containers - Make sure Whitelisted Containers are displaying
- Test other domains - Ensure non-whitelisted domains show compliant content
Debugging Steps
- Check domain settings - Verify the toggle is enabled
- Clear browser cache - Remove any cached content
- Test with different browsers - Ensure cross-browser compatibility
- Check page containers - Verify Whitelisted/Non Whitelisted containers exist
- Review page events - Ensure no conflicting whitelisting rules
Advanced Configuration
Multiple Domain Strategy
Example setup:yoursite.com- Non-whitelisted (for compliance)yoursite-vip.com- Whitelisted (for real traffic)yoursite-affiliate.com- Whitelisted (for affiliate traffic)
Domain-Specific Funnels
You can create different funnels for different domains:- Compliant funnel - For non-whitelisted domains
- Full funnel - For whitelisted domains
- Hybrid approach - Same funnel with different content containers
Analytics and Tracking
- Track domain performance separately in analytics
- Monitor conversion rates for each domain
- Compare performance between whitelisted and non-whitelisted domains
- Optimize based on data from each domain
Migration from Parameter-Based Whitelisting
Transitioning Strategy
- Set up new whitelisted domain alongside existing setup
- Test thoroughly with small traffic sample
- Gradually redirect traffic to new domain
- Monitor performance during transition
- Fully migrate once confident in new setup
Benefits of Domain-Level Whitelisting
- Simpler URLs - No need for complex parameters
- Better user experience - Cleaner, more professional URLs
- Easier management - Single toggle instead of complex page events
- Consistent behavior - All pages on domain behave the same way
Compliance Considerations
Platform Policies
- Use responsibly - Only for legitimate compliance purposes
- Keep compliant domains functional - Don’t make them obviously fake
- Follow platform guidelines - Ensure compliance with ad platform terms
- Regular policy reviews - Stay updated with platform policy changes
Documentation
- Document your strategy - Keep records of which domains serve which purpose
- Team training - Ensure your team understands the domain setup
- Change management - Document any changes to domain configuration
- Backup procedures - Have contingency plans for domain issues
Domain-level whitelisting is a powerful feature that simplifies visitor management. Use it strategically to create clean, professional experiences while maintaining compliance with advertising platforms.