# How to add a website monitor

1. **Access the Custom Monitor Page**
   * Once you're on the "**Website Monitors**" page, look for the **"Add First Monitor"** button located in the center or “**Add Monitor”** on the upper right botton.

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2. After clicking the “**Add First Monitor**” or **"Add Monitor"** button, you will be redirected to the monitor settings page. Here, you need to provide all the required information about your URL. It's essential to select the appropriate type of URL - **Ping,** **Keyword or SSL**, depending on the type of monitoring you require. Be sure not to overlook any necessary details.

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3. Once you've entered all the required information, click "**Save"** to create the custom monitor.

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If you need assistance please contact us via chat or email us at [**support@isdown.app**](mailto:support@isdown.app)

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**Related Articles**

* [**How to Remove a Website Monitor**](https://help.isdown.app/website-monitors/how-to-remove-a-website-monitor)
* [**How to Pause Your Website Monitor**](https://help.isdown.app/website-monitors/how-to-pause-your-website-monitor)
* [**IsDownBot**](https://help.isdown.app/website-monitors/isdownbot)**​**


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