Whilst Ezoic recommends JavaScript integration for most sites, cloud integration (sometimes referred to as name server integration) is a viable alternative. In this article, we'll walk you through the step-by-step process of integrating your site with Ezoic via the cloud. You'll also learn about the benefits of cloud integration and how it works. Whether you're new to Ezoic or an existing user, this guide will provide all the information you need to get started with cloud integration.

Cloud integration allows you to access Ezoic’s technology at the server level, providing a fast and secure connection. Whilst JavaScript integration generally delivers the best overall performance, cloud integration is still a great option for some sites.

Instructions

1. Log into your Ezoic account and click on Integrate Your Site (existing users should go to https://pubdash.ezoic.com/settings/connection/nameservers):

2. Select 'View Instructions' under the Name Server Integration option:

3. You will see a simple table with your current name servers on the left and the custom Ezoic name servers we’ve generated for your site on the right. At your registrar or host (wherever you manage the site's name servers), update the nameservers to the Ezoic ones.

It can take up to 24 hours for your Ezoic dashboard to register that the integration is complete. This is because of caching and propagation on the internet. In the meantime, you can continue with any other steps listed in your Dashboard as being part of the set-up process. If integration is not showing as having been completed after 24 hours, don't hesitate to reach out to Ezoic's support team for assistance.

While integrating your site via the cloud is generally a smooth process, you may encounter some common issues. Below are some troubleshooting steps to help resolve these issues:

1. Name server integration not registering:
   • Symptom: Your Ezoic Dashboard does not show that integration is complete even after updating the name servers.
   • Solution: It can take up to 24 hours for the changes to propagate due to caching and propagation on the internet. If it’s been more than 24 hours and the issue persists, double-check your name server settings at your registrar to ensure they are correctly pointing to the custom Ezoic name servers.
2. Site downtime:
   • Symptom: Your site becomes inaccessible after changing the name servers.
   • Solution: Verify that the name servers were correctly updated and at your registrar, not host. Make sure there are no typos or misconfigurations. More help can be found here.
3. SSL issues:
   • Symptom: Users receive SSL certificate errors after integration.
   • Solution: Ensure that SSL is enabled on your Ezoic Dashboard and that you've followed the steps here.
4. Performance degradation:
   • Symptom: Noticeable decrease in site performance or speed after integration.
   • Solution: Ensure your site is properly cached by the Ezoic CDN network. You can check caching statistics in your Ezoic dashboard. Additionally, review any other performance settings or optimizations that were in place before the integration to ensure they are compatible with Ezoic’s technology. More help can be found here.

By following these steps, you should be able to resolve most common issues encountered during cloud integration. If problems persist, you may want to reach out to Ezoic Support for specialized assistance.

1. What are the benefits of cloud integration?

Cloud integration is fast, secure, and performs nearly as well as JavaScript integration for revenue and user experience. Your site is automatically connected to a robust CDN network, providing security, SSL, and privacy features, whilst also caching your site around the world to make it readily available and accessible to all. 

2. How does cloud integration work?

A name server is a critical component in web browsing, acting as a computer server that informs web browsers (such as Chrome, Safari, and Firefox) about the location of your website content. When a publisher points their domain’s name servers to Ezoic, all incoming traffic is routed through Ezoic’s platform before reaching the origin server. This setup allows Ezoic to act as a smart middle layer, analyzing requests in real time and applying its optimization technologies without requiring any direct changes to the publisher’s hosting environment.

Because Ezoic functions as a proxy, it can manage caching, routing, and content delivery decisions automatically. It leverages its CDN (Content Delivery Network) to serve cached content from servers geographically closer to visitors, reducing latency and improving load times. The proxy system also enables Ezoic to test and optimize ad placements, layouts, and site performance seamlessly.

This integration method is particularly powerful because it doesn’t require site owners to install plugins or manually configure complex setups. Once the name servers are updated, Ezoic’s platform can handle traffic at the DNS level, applying optimizations globally. Publishers keep full control of their DNS settings, but Ezoic’s proxy ensures that every visit benefits from its performance and revenue-enhancing tools.