How to Point a web Domain Name to FileMaker Server and the Data API

Articles, Digging-Deep

  • Who: Anyone interested in interacting with their FileMaker Server data via the web.
  • What: How to point a web Domain Name to FileMaker Server and the Data API (also useful for WebDirect)
  • With: FileMaker Server (any version), a Domain Registrar (like GoDaddy).
  • Why: Use a custom domain name like discoverfilemaker.com to point to your FileMaker server.

How to Install SSL Certificate on FM 17+ Server Admin Console

Articles, Digging-Deep

  • Who: Anyone interested in securing your FileMaker 17 Server with SSL (Wildcard or single domain)
  • What: How to Install SSL Certificate on FM 17 Server Admin Console
  • With: FileMaker 17+ (FM Server 17 introduced the new Server Admin Console)
  • Why: Security is a priority with any solution, but especially if you connect to your server over a WAN (as opposed to your local network).

How to Install a Wildcard SSL on Windows Server

Articles, Digging-Deep

  • Who: Anyone interested in securing your Azure cloud server with SSL (Wildcard or single domain)
  • What: How to Install a Wildcard SSL on Windows Server in Azure
  • With: FileMaker 14+ (these instructions will likely work with past versions as well)
  • Why: Security is a priority with any solution, but especially if you connect your server over a WAN (as opposed to your local network).