Changing subdomain
Update the first part of your WedSites URL to create a different web address for your wedding site.
Your subdomain is the first part of your WedSites URL (like "yournames.wedsites.com"). You can change it if you need a different address!
What is your subdomain?
If your site is at emilyand jordan.wedsites.com, your subdomain is emilyandjordan.
This is your site's address on WedSites before you set up a custom domain!
Why change your subdomain?
You made a typo. "Emiy" instead of "Emily"
You want something shorter. "EmilyAndJordanRodriguezKim" is too long, try "EmAndJ"
Your plans changed. Name change, rebranding, or you just want something different
Better match your hashtag. Make your URL match your wedding hashtag
How to change your subdomain
- Go to Settings in your main navigation
- In the Website URL section, find the subdomain field (shows your current subdomain followed by .wedsites.com)
- Clear the current subdomain and enter your new desired subdomain
- Click Save changes
Your site moves to the new address!
Subdomain rules
Letters and numbers only. No spaces or special characters.
Hyphens are usually OK. "emily-and-jordan" works.
Must be unique. No one else can have the same subdomain.
Case doesn't matter. "EmilyAndJordan" and "emilyandjordan" are treated the same (usually displayed lowercase).
Keep it reasonable. Most systems have length limits.
Checking availability
When you enter a new subdomain, the system usually tells you right away if it's available.
If your first choice is taken, try:
- Adding your wedding year: "emilyandjordan2026"
- Using your last name: "thekims"
- Using initials: "eandjk"
- Getting creative: "emjforever"
What happens to the old subdomain?
The old URL stops working. Guests who try to visit the old address won't reach your site.
Links break. Any links you've shared (in emails, social media, save-the-dates) won't work anymore.
Bookmarks break. Guests who bookmarked your old address will get an error.
This is why changing your subdomain requires caution!
When to change your subdomain
Early on, before you've shared it widely. Best time to change.
After a major change. Name change after marriage, for example.
If there's a serious error. Typo or embarrassing mistake.
When you're sure it's necessary. The hassle of updating links might not be worth it otherwise.
When NOT to change your subdomain
After you've already shared it everywhere. Save-the-dates are printed, emails are sent, etc. Too late!
Just because. If your current subdomain works fine, leave it.
For minor improvements. "emily-jordan" vs "emilyandjordan" isn't worth the hassle if people already know the first one.
Updating your links
If you change your subdomain, you need to update:
Any printed materials (if they haven't been sent yet)
Email signatures
Social media posts
Previous text messages or emails - maybe send an update!
QR codes (if you've created any)
Communicating the change
If you've already shared your old subdomain, let guests know:
"Our wedding website has a new address! Visit us at new-url.wedsites.com"
Send this via email, text, or social media so guests don't get frustrated by broken links!
Subdomain vs. custom domain
Subdomain: yourname.wedsites.com (free, provided by WedSites)
Custom domain: yourname.com (you purchase and own it)
If you're going to use a custom domain anyway, your subdomain matters less since guests will use the custom domain!
Can you change it multiple times?
Technically yes, but don't! Every time you change it:
- Old links break
- Guests get confused
- You have to update everything again
Pick one and stick with it!
Character limits
Most systems allow subdomains of reasonable length. If yours is super long, consider abbreviating:
Too long: "emilymariarodriguezandjordanalexanderkim"
Better: "emilyandjordan" or "rodriguezkim"
Testing your new subdomain
After changing:
- Visit your new URL to make sure it works
- Test the old URL to confirm it no longer works
- Share with a friend to verify it loads for others
- Update everywhere you've shared the old link
Preventing the need to change
Double-check spelling before you finalize!
Keep it simple. Shorter is easier to share and less likely to have errors.
Ask for a second opinion. Have your partner or a friend review it.
Think long-term. Will this subdomain still make sense in a year?
After the wedding
Some couples change their subdomain after the wedding to reflect their married name:
Before: "emilyandjordan.wedsites.com"
After: "thekims.wedsites.com"
This is fine if you're keeping your site live! Just remember guests won't be able to find it at the old address.
Changing your subdomain is possible, but it's best to get it right the first time to avoid broken links and confused guests!