Registration & Ownership Verification - 1 CDN Manager Documentation

What is Domain Registration?

When you use 1 CDN Manager's Default CDN, you'll need to register your domain to prove you own it. Once registered, you get unlimited access to our CDN network with no rate limits.

✅ Verify Ownership

Prove you own your domain using DNS, Meta Tag, or File verification

🚀 Unlimited Access

Remove all rate limits after registration

🔄 7-Day Renewal

Registration lasts 7 days and can be renewed anytime

🎯 Simple Process

Quick and easy - takes less than 5 minutes

🔐 How It Works

Two Access Levels

1 CDN Manager operates with two simple access levels:

✅ Registered Domains

Access: Unlimited CDN requests
Benefits: Full speed, no restrictions, no rate limits
Requirements: Complete domain verification and registration
Renewal: Re-verify every 7 days (quick and easy)

⚠️ Unregistered Domains (Free Trial)

Access: Limited requests per hour
Purpose: Test Default CDN before registering
Requirements: None - works immediately
Upgrade: Register anytime to remove limits

⏱️ Rate Limits for Unregistered Domains

If you enable Default CDN without registering, your requests are limited to ensure fair usage for all users. You can test the CDN during this trial period.

What Happens When You Hit the Limit?

You'll receive a message asking you to register your domain. Simply complete the registration process (takes 5 minutes) to remove all limits.

⚠️ Tip: Register your domain right away to avoid any interruptions. The process is quick and gives you peace of mind with unlimited access.

✅ Verification Methods (Choose One)

To register your domain, you must verify ownership using one of these three methods. Choose the easiest one for you:

Method 1: Meta Tag Verification (Easiest) ⭐

✅ Recommended for most users - takes 2 minutes!

The plugin adds a special tag to your site automatically. One click and you're verified!

Quick Steps:

Go to CDN Manager → Settings → Registration
Click "Auto-Add Meta Tag" button
Click "Verify Meta Tag"
Click "Complete Registration"
Done! You now have unlimited access.

Manual Option: If you prefer, you can copy the meta tag and add it to your theme's header manually.

Method 2: DNS TXT Record

For users who manage their own DNS settings

Add a TXT record to your domain's DNS to prove ownership at the DNS level.

Steps:

Go to CDN Manager → Settings → Registration
Copy the DNS record details shown
Log in to your DNS provider (Cloudflare, GoDaddy, Namecheap, etc.)
Add a new TXT record with the provided information
Wait 5-10 minutes for DNS to update
Return to WordPress and click "Verify DNS Record"
Click "Complete Registration"
Done!

                        Example:

                        Type: TXT

                        Name: _1cdn-verification

                        Value: (provided by plugin)

Method 3: Text File Upload

For advanced users with FTP/SFTP access

Upload a text file to your site's root directory.

Steps:

Go to CDN Manager → Settings → Registration
Note the file content shown
Create a file named 1cdn-verification.txt
Add the verification content to the file
Upload it to your site's root directory (same folder as wp-config.php)
Verify the file is accessible at: https://yourdomain.com/1cdn-verification.txt
Return to WordPress and click "Verify File"
Click "Complete Registration"
Done!

🔄 Automatic Re-verification (Every 7 Days)

Registration is validated periodically (every 7 days) to ensure continued domain ownership. This process is completely automatic - you don't need to do anything!

How It Works

Our system automatically checks your verification records in the background:

Automatic Check: Every 7 days, we verify your domain ownership
No Action Needed: As long as your verification is in place, access continues seamlessly
Unlimited Access: You maintain unlimited CDN access without interruption

What You Need to Do

Simply keep your verification in place! That means:

✅ Meta Tag: Keep the meta tag in your site's <head> section (don't remove it)
✅ DNS Record: Keep the TXT record in your DNS settings
✅ File: Keep the verification file on your server

💡 Key Point: You only registered once during initial setup. After that, the system handles everything automatically in the background. Just don't remove your verification!

What Happens If Verification Fails?

If for some reason your verification is removed or becomes invalid:

Our system will detect this during the next automatic check
You'll see a notification in your WordPress admin
Your CDN access will be limited until verification is restored
Simply use the "Check Ownership" or "Re-register" button to verify again

Manual Re-registration (Optional)

You can manually re-register anytime using the "Re-register Domain" button in the plugin. This is useful if:

You want to refresh your registration immediately
You see a verification warning
You recently changed your verification method

⚠️ Important: The "Re-register" button is optional. You only need it if verification fails or you want to manually refresh. The system handles re-verification automatically otherwise.

📊 Registration Status

You can always check your registration status in two places:

1. CDN Settings Tab

In the Default CDN (1cdn.us) section, you'll see your registration status with a color-coded box:

🟢 Green Box: Registered - Unlimited access
🟡 Yellow Box: Not Registered - Limited access

2. Registration Tab

The Registration tab shows detailed information including:

Your domain name
Verification method used
When you verified

✅ Status: Registered

Your domain is verified and registered. You have unlimited CDN access with no rate limits.

🔧 Troubleshooting

Verification Failed?

If verification doesn't work, try these solutions:

Meta Tag Method:

Check that the meta tag is in your site's <head> section
View your site's source code (right-click → View Page Source) and search for "1cdn-verify"
Try clearing your site's cache if you use a caching plugin
If auto-inject didn't work, add the meta tag manually to your theme

DNS Method:

Wait at least 10-15 minutes after adding the DNS record
Double-check the TXT record name and value match exactly
Some DNS providers require _1cdn-verification while others need _1cdn-verification.yourdomain.com
Use an online DNS checker to verify the TXT record is visible publicly

File Method:

Ensure the file is named exactly 1cdn-verification.txt (no extra spaces)
Upload to your site's root directory (public_html or www folder)
Test the URL directly in your browser: https://yourdomain.com/1cdn-verification.txt
Check file permissions (should be 644)
Ensure the file content matches exactly what the plugin shows (just the token, no extra text)

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to register if I use Custom CDN?

No. Registration is only required for Default CDN (1cdn.us subdomains). If you use your own CDN domains, registration is not needed.

What happens if I forget to re-register after 7 days?

Your CDN will continue to work, but you'll encounter rate limits until you re-register. Simply complete the registration process again to restore unlimited access.

Can I change my verification method later?

Yes! You can use any method each time you register. For example, use Meta Tag initially, then switch to DNS for renewal.

Is my information private?

Yes. We only store your domain name and verification details. No personal information is collected.

Can I revoke my registration?

Yes. Go to the Registration tab and click "Revoke Registration" if you no longer want to use Default CDN.

🎯 Quick Start Checklist

Complete these steps to get unlimited CDN access:

☐ Enable Default CDN in CDN Manager
☐ Go to Registration tab
☐ Choose a verification method (Meta Tag recommended)
☐ Complete verification
☐ Click "Complete Registration"
☐ Check CDN Settings tab - should show green "Registered" status
☐ Enjoy unlimited CDN access! 🎉