diff --git a/.github/workflows/sync-cloudflare-dns.yml b/.github/workflows/sync-cloudflare-dns.yml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..21d5f4b
--- /dev/null
+++ b/.github/workflows/sync-cloudflare-dns.yml
@@ -0,0 +1,63 @@
+name: Sync Cloudflare DNS
+
+on:
+  push:
+    paths:
+      - 'ops/domains.yaml'
+    branches:
+      - main
+  workflow_dispatch: # Allow manual triggers
+
+jobs:
+  sync-dns:
+    name: Sync DNS Records to Cloudflare
+    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
+
+    steps:
+      - name: Checkout code
+        uses: actions/checkout@v4
+
+      - name: Set up Python
+        uses: actions/setup-python@v4
+        with:
+          python-version: '3.10'
+          cache: 'pip'
+
+      - name: Install dependencies
+        run: |
+          pip install -r scripts/cloudflare/requirements.txt
+
+      - name: Validate domains.yaml
+        run: |
+          python -c "import yaml; yaml.safe_load(open('ops/domains.yaml'))"
+
+      - name: Sync DNS records (dry run)
+        env:
+          CF_API_TOKEN: ${{ secrets.CF_API_TOKEN }}
+          CF_ZONE_ID: ${{ secrets.CF_ZONE_ID }}
+        run: |
+          python scripts/cloudflare/sync_dns.py --dry-run
+
+      - name: Sync DNS records
+        env:
+          CF_API_TOKEN: ${{ secrets.CF_API_TOKEN }}
+          CF_ZONE_ID: ${{ secrets.CF_ZONE_ID }}
+        run: |
+          python scripts/cloudflare/sync_dns.py
+
+      - name: Validate DNS configuration
+        run: |
+          python scripts/cloudflare/validate_dns.py --domain blackroad.systems --dns-only
+        continue-on-error: true # Don't fail if DNS hasn't propagated yet
+
+      - name: Comment on commit (if manual trigger)
+        if: github.event_name == 'workflow_dispatch'
+        uses: actions/github-script@v7
+        with:
+          script: |
+            github.rest.repos.createCommitComment({
+              owner: context.repo.owner,
+              repo: context.repo.repo,
+              commit_sha: context.sha,
+              body: '✅ Cloudflare DNS sync completed successfully!'
+            })
diff --git a/backend/.env.example b/backend/.env.example
index 4b9b6c9..5fd3168 100644
--- a/backend/.env.example
+++ b/backend/.env.example
@@ -57,7 +57,12 @@ RAILWAY_ENVIRONMENT_ID=00000000-0000-0000-0000-000000000000
 RAILWAY_DOMAIN=your-service.up.railway.app
 SLACK_WEBHOOK_URL=https://hooks.slack.com/services/XXX/YYY/ZZZ
 DISCORD_WEBHOOK_URL=https://discord.com/api/webhooks/XXX/YYY
+
+# Cloudflare DNS and CDN
 CLOUDFLARE_API_TOKEN=cloudflare-api-token-placeholder
+CLOUDFLARE_ACCOUNT_ID=your-cloudflare-account-id
+CLOUDFLARE_ZONE_ID=your-cloudflare-zone-id-for-blackroad-systems
+CLOUDFLARE_EMAIL=your-cloudflare-email@example.com
 
 # Optional cloud/API integrations
 DIGITAL_OCEAN_API_KEY=your-digital-ocean-api-key
diff --git a/docs/CLOUDFLARE_MIGRATION_GUIDE.md b/docs/CLOUDFLARE_MIGRATION_GUIDE.md
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..780f4ab
--- /dev/null
+++ b/docs/CLOUDFLARE_MIGRATION_GUIDE.md
@@ -0,0 +1,770 @@
+# Cloudflare DNS Migration Guide
+## Complete Step-by-Step Guide for BlackRoad Domains
+
+**Version:** 1.0
+**Date:** 2025-11-18
+**Estimated Time:** 2-4 hours for all domains
+**Skill Level:** Intermediate
+
+---
+
+## Overview
+
+This guide walks you through migrating BlackRoad domains from GoDaddy DNS to Cloudflare DNS. The migration provides:
+
+- ✅ **Free SSL certificates** (automatic renewal)
+- ✅ **Global CDN** (faster page loads worldwide)
+- ✅ **DDoS protection** (automatic threat mitigation)
+- ✅ **Better DNS performance** (anycast network)
+- ✅ **Advanced features** (Workers, Zero Trust, edge functions)
+- ✅ **Superior analytics** (traffic insights, security events)
+
+**What you'll need:**
+- Cloudflare account (free tier is sufficient)
+- GoDaddy account with domain access
+- 2-4 hours of time
+- Basic command line familiarity (optional, for automation)
+
+---
+
+## Table of Contents
+
+1. [Pre-Migration Checklist](#pre-migration-checklist)
+2. [Phase 1: Set Up Cloudflare Account](#phase-1-set-up-cloudflare-account)
+3. [Phase 2: Add Domains to Cloudflare](#phase-2-add-domains-to-cloudflare)
+4. [Phase 3: Update Nameservers at GoDaddy](#phase-3-update-nameservers-at-godaddy)
+5. [Phase 4: Configure DNS Records](#phase-4-configure-dns-records)
+6. [Phase 5: Configure SSL/TLS](#phase-5-configure-ssltls)
+7. [Phase 6: Optimize Performance](#phase-6-optimize-performance)
+8. [Phase 7: Verify Migration](#phase-7-verify-migration)
+9. [Phase 8: Automation Setup (Optional)](#phase-8-automation-setup-optional)
+10. [Troubleshooting](#troubleshooting)
+11. [Rollback Plan](#rollback-plan)
+
+---
+
+## Pre-Migration Checklist
+
+Before starting, gather this information:
+
+- [ ] **GoDaddy credentials** - Username and password
+- [ ] **Current DNS records** - Document existing configuration
+- [ ] **Email access** - For Cloudflare verification
+- [ ] **Railway hostname** - Your production app URL (e.g., `your-app.up.railway.app`)
+- [ ] **Current uptime** - Note if services are running properly
+
+**⚠️ Important Notes:**
+- Migration happens with **zero downtime** if done correctly
+- DNS propagation takes 5-60 minutes (sometimes up to 24 hours)
+- Keep GoDaddy account active (domain registration stays there)
+- Only DNS management moves to Cloudflare
+
+---
+
+## Phase 1: Set Up Cloudflare Account
+
+### Step 1.1: Create Cloudflare Account
+
+1. Go to [https://dash.cloudflare.com/sign-up](https://dash.cloudflare.com/sign-up)
+2. Enter your email address
+3. Create a strong password
+4. Verify your email address
+
+### Step 1.2: Two-Factor Authentication (Recommended)
+
+1. Click on your profile (top right)
+2. Go to **My Profile** → **Authentication**
+3. Enable **Two-Factor Authentication**
+4. Save backup codes in a secure location
+
+### Step 1.3: Get API Token
+
+1. Go to **My Profile** → **API Tokens**
+2. Click **Create Token**
+3. Select **Edit zone DNS** template
+4. Configure permissions:
+   - **Zone - DNS - Edit**
+   - **Zone - Zone - Read**
+5. Select **Specific zones** → (you'll add zones in Phase 2)
+6. Click **Continue to summary** → **Create Token**
+7. **Copy the token immediately** (you won't see it again!)
+8. Save it securely (we'll use it later for automation)
+
+---
+
+## Phase 2: Add Domains to Cloudflare
+
+We'll start with the primary domain (`blackroad.systems`) and then add others.
+
+### Step 2.1: Add blackroad.systems
+
+1. From Cloudflare dashboard, click **Add a site**
+2. Enter: `blackroad.systems`
+3. Click **Add site**
+4. Select **Free plan** → Click **Continue**
+5. Cloudflare will scan existing DNS records from GoDaddy
+6. Wait 30-60 seconds for scan to complete
+
+### Step 2.2: Review Scanned Records
+
+Cloudflare should detect existing records. Review them:
+
+- ✅ Check for A records pointing to your server
+- ✅ Check for CNAME records
+- ✅ Check for MX records (email)
+- ✅ Check for TXT records (SPF, verification)
+
+**Common issues:**
+- Some records might be missing → We'll add them manually later
+- TTL values might be high → We'll adjust them
+
+### Step 2.3: Get Nameservers
+
+After scanning, Cloudflare will show 2 nameservers like:
+
+```
+aaaa.ns.cloudflare.com
+bbbb.ns.cloudflare.com
+```
+
+**⚠️ IMPORTANT:** Copy these nameservers! You'll need them in Phase 3.
+
+**Don't click "Done" yet** - we'll do that after updating nameservers at GoDaddy.
+
+---
+
+## Phase 3: Update Nameservers at GoDaddy
+
+**⏰ Estimated Time:** 10 minutes + 5-60 minutes propagation
+
+### Step 3.1: Log in to GoDaddy
+
+1. Go to [https://account.godaddy.com](https://account.godaddy.com)
+2. Sign in with your credentials
+3. Go to **My Products** → **Domains**
+
+### Step 3.2: Update Nameservers for blackroad.systems
+
+1. Find `blackroad.systems` in your domain list
+2. Click the three dots (...) → **Manage DNS**
+3. Scroll down to **Nameservers** section
+4. Click **Change** → Select **Enter my own nameservers (advanced)**
+5. Remove existing nameservers
+6. Add the 2 Cloudflare nameservers from Phase 2, Step 2.3:
+   ```
+   aaaa.ns.cloudflare.com
+   bbbb.ns.cloudflare.com
+   ```
+7. Click **Save**
+8. Confirm the change
+
+**What happens now:**
+- GoDaddy will propagate the nameserver change
+- This takes 5-60 minutes (sometimes up to 24 hours)
+- Your site will continue working during this time
+
+### Step 3.3: Return to Cloudflare
+
+1. Go back to Cloudflare dashboard
+2. Click **Done, check nameservers**
+3. Cloudflare will start checking for nameserver changes
+4. You'll see status: **Pending Nameserver Update**
+
+**⏳ Wait time:** 5-60 minutes for Cloudflare to detect the change
+
+You can check status by:
+- Refreshing the Cloudflare dashboard
+- Running: `dig NS blackroad.systems` (should show Cloudflare nameservers)
+- Using: [https://dnschecker.org](https://dnschecker.org)
+
+---
+
+## Phase 4: Configure DNS Records
+
+Once Cloudflare shows **Active** status, configure DNS records.
+
+### Step 4.1: Verify Existing Records
+
+1. In Cloudflare dashboard, go to **DNS** → **Records**
+2. Review scanned records
+3. Remove any incorrect or outdated records
+
+### Step 4.2: Add/Update Primary Records
+
+#### Root Domain (blackroad.systems)
+
+| Type | Name | Target | Proxy | TTL |
+|------|------|--------|-------|-----|
+| CNAME | @ | `your-app.up.railway.app` | ✅ Proxied | Auto |
+
+**Steps:**
+1. Click **Add record**
+2. Type: **CNAME**
+3. Name: **@** (represents root domain)
+4. Target: **your-railway-app.up.railway.app** (replace with actual Railway URL)
+5. Proxy status: **Proxied** (orange cloud icon)
+6. TTL: **Auto**
+7. Click **Save**
+
+#### WWW Subdomain
+
+| Type | Name | Target | Proxy | TTL |
+|------|------|--------|-------|-----|
+| CNAME | www | blackroad.systems | ✅ Proxied | Auto |
+
+**Steps:**
+1. Click **Add record**
+2. Type: **CNAME**
+3. Name: **www**
+4. Target: **blackroad.systems**
+5. Proxy status: **Proxied**
+6. Click **Save**
+
+#### API Subdomain
+
+| Type | Name | Target | Proxy | TTL |
+|------|------|--------|-------|-----|
+| CNAME | api | `your-app.up.railway.app` | ✅ Proxied | Auto |
+
+#### OS Subdomain
+
+| Type | Name | Target | Proxy | TTL |
+|------|------|--------|-------|-----|
+| CNAME | os | blackroad.systems | ✅ Proxied | Auto |
+
+### Step 4.3: Configure Email Records (If Applicable)
+
+If you use Google Workspace, G Suite, or custom email:
+
+#### SPF Record
+| Type | Name | Content | TTL |
+|------|------|---------|-----|
+| TXT | @ | `v=spf1 include:_spf.google.com ~all` | Auto |
+
+#### MX Records
+| Type | Name | Content | Priority | TTL |
+|------|------|---------|----------|-----|
+| MX | @ | aspmx.l.google.com | 1 | Auto |
+| MX | @ | alt1.aspmx.l.google.com | 5 | Auto |
+| MX | @ | alt2.aspmx.l.google.com | 5 | Auto |
+
+### Step 4.4: Verify Records
+
+```bash
+# Check DNS resolution
+dig blackroad.systems
+dig www.blackroad.systems
+dig api.blackroad.systems
+
+# Or use Cloudflare dashboard DNS checker
+```
+
+---
+
+## Phase 5: Configure SSL/TLS
+
+### Step 5.1: Set Encryption Mode
+
+1. In Cloudflare dashboard, go to **SSL/TLS**
+2. Set **Encryption mode** to **Full (strict)**
+   - This ensures encryption between Cloudflare and Railway
+   - Railway automatically provides SSL certificates
+
+**⚠️ Important:** Do NOT use "Flexible" mode (insecure)
+
+### Step 5.2: Enable Always Use HTTPS
+
+1. Go to **SSL/TLS** → **Edge Certificates**
+2. Enable **Always Use HTTPS**
+   - This redirects all HTTP traffic to HTTPS
+3. Enable **Automatic HTTPS Rewrites**
+   - Fixes mixed content warnings
+
+### Step 5.3: Enable HSTS (Optional but Recommended)
+
+1. Still in **Edge Certificates**
+2. Enable **HTTP Strict Transport Security (HSTS)**
+3. Configuration:
+   - **Max Age:** 6 months (15768000 seconds)
+   - **Include subdomains:** ✅ Enabled
+   - **Preload:** ❌ Disabled (enable later when stable)
+   - **No-Sniff header:** ✅ Enabled
+
+**⚠️ Warning:** HSTS is irreversible for the max-age period. Only enable when confident.
+
+### Step 5.4: Enable TLS 1.3
+
+1. Go to **SSL/TLS** → **Edge Certificates**
+2. **Minimum TLS Version:** Set to **TLS 1.2** (or 1.3 if supported)
+3. **TLS 1.3:** ✅ Enabled
+
+### Step 5.5: Verify SSL Configuration
+
+1. Visit: `https://blackroad.systems`
+2. Click the padlock icon in browser
+3. Verify certificate is valid and issued by Cloudflare
+4. Check expiry date (should auto-renew)
+
+**Test with SSL Labs:**
+```
+https://www.ssllabs.com/ssltest/analyze.html?d=blackroad.systems
+```
+
+---
+
+## Phase 6: Optimize Performance
+
+### Step 6.1: Configure Caching
+
+1. Go to **Caching** → **Configuration**
+2. **Caching Level:** Standard
+3. **Browser Cache TTL:** Respect Existing Headers
+
+### Step 6.2: Enable Auto Minify
+
+1. Go to **Speed** → **Optimization**
+2. Enable **Auto Minify**:
+   - ✅ JavaScript
+   - ✅ CSS
+   - ✅ HTML
+
+### Step 6.3: Enable Brotli Compression
+
+1. Still in **Speed** → **Optimization**
+2. Enable **Brotli** compression (better than gzip)
+
+### Step 6.4: Create Page Rules
+
+1. Go to **Rules** → **Page Rules**
+2. Create rule for API bypass:
+
+**Rule 1: API Cache Bypass**
+```
+URL: *blackroad.systems/api/*
+Settings:
+  - Cache Level: Bypass
+```
+
+**Rule 2: WWW Redirect**
+```
+URL: www.blackroad.systems/*
+Settings:
+  - Forwarding URL: 301 redirect to https://blackroad.systems/$1
+```
+
+**Note:** Free plan allows 3 page rules. Use them wisely!
+
+---
+
+## Phase 7: Verify Migration
+
+### Step 7.1: DNS Verification
+
+```bash
+# Check DNS propagation
+dig blackroad.systems
+
+# Check with multiple tools
+dig @8.8.8.8 blackroad.systems
+dig @1.1.1.1 blackroad.systems
+
+# Or use online tool
+# https://dnschecker.org
+```
+
+**Expected results:**
+- Should resolve to Cloudflare IP addresses
+- CNAME records should point to Railway
+- Nameservers should be Cloudflare
+
+### Step 7.2: HTTP/HTTPS Verification
+
+```bash
+# Test HTTP → HTTPS redirect
+curl -I http://blackroad.systems
+# Should return: 301 Moved Permanently
+# Location: https://blackroad.systems/
+
+# Test HTTPS
+curl -I https://blackroad.systems
+# Should return: 200 OK
+
+# Test WWW → apex redirect
+curl -I https://www.blackroad.systems
+# Should redirect to https://blackroad.systems
+```
+
+### Step 7.3: SSL Certificate Check
+
+```bash
+# Check SSL certificate
+openssl s_client -connect blackroad.systems:443 -servername blackroad.systems
+
+# Look for:
+# - Issuer: Cloudflare
+# - Valid dates
+# - No errors
+```
+
+### Step 7.4: Application Functionality
+
+1. Visit `https://blackroad.systems`
+2. Test all major features:
+   - [ ] Page loads correctly
+   - [ ] No mixed content warnings
+   - [ ] API calls work
+   - [ ] Authentication works
+   - [ ] Static assets load (CSS, JS, images)
+
+### Step 7.5: Automated Validation
+
+```bash
+# Use the validation script
+cd /path/to/BlackRoad-Operating-System
+python scripts/cloudflare/validate_dns.py --domain blackroad.systems
+
+# This checks:
+# - DNS resolution
+# - SSL certificate validity
+# - HTTP accessibility
+# - Redirect configuration
+```
+
+---
+
+## Phase 8: Automation Setup (Optional)
+
+### Step 8.1: Install Script Dependencies
+
+```bash
+# Navigate to project
+cd /path/to/BlackRoad-Operating-System
+
+# Install Python dependencies
+pip install -r scripts/cloudflare/requirements.txt
+```
+
+### Step 8.2: Set Up Environment Variables
+
+```bash
+# Create .env file (DO NOT COMMIT)
+cat >> .env << EOF
+CF_API_TOKEN=your-cloudflare-api-token
+CF_ZONE_ID=your-zone-id
+EOF
+
+# Or add to shell profile
+echo 'export CF_API_TOKEN="your-token"' >> ~/.bashrc
+echo 'export CF_ZONE_ID="your-zone-id"' >> ~/.bashrc
+source ~/.bashrc
+```
+
+### Step 8.3: Update domains.yaml
+
+Edit `ops/domains.yaml` to reflect your Cloudflare configuration:
+
+```yaml
+domains:
+  - name: "blackroad.systems"
+    type: "root"
+    provider: "cloudflare"
+    mode: "dns"
+    record:
+      type: "CNAME"
+      value: "your-actual-railway-app.up.railway.app"
+      proxied: true
+
+  - name: "blackroad.ai"
+    type: "root"
+    provider: "cloudflare"
+    mode: "dns"
+    record:
+      type: "CNAME"
+      value: "blackroad.systems"
+      proxied: true
+```
+
+### Step 8.4: Test Automation
+
+```bash
+# Dry run (shows what would change)
+python scripts/cloudflare/sync_dns.py --dry-run
+
+# Apply changes
+python scripts/cloudflare/sync_dns.py
+
+# Validate
+python scripts/cloudflare/validate_dns.py --all
+```
+
+### Step 8.5: Set Up GitHub Actions (Optional)
+
+Add secrets to GitHub:
+
+```bash
+gh secret set CF_API_TOKEN
+gh secret set CF_ZONE_ID
+```
+
+Create workflow file (`.github/workflows/sync-cloudflare-dns.yml`):
+
+```yaml
+name: Sync Cloudflare DNS
+
+on:
+  push:
+    paths:
+      - 'ops/domains.yaml'
+    branches:
+      - main
+
+jobs:
+  sync:
+    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
+    steps:
+      - uses: actions/checkout@v3
+      - uses: actions/setup-python@v4
+        with:
+          python-version: '3.10'
+      - run: pip install -r scripts/cloudflare/requirements.txt
+      - run: python scripts/cloudflare/sync_dns.py
+        env:
+          CF_API_TOKEN: ${{ secrets.CF_API_TOKEN }}
+          CF_ZONE_ID: ${{ secrets.CF_ZONE_ID }}
+```
+
+---
+
+## Troubleshooting
+
+### Issue: DNS Not Resolving
+
+**Symptoms:** `dig blackroad.systems` returns no results
+
+**Causes:**
+- Nameservers not updated at GoDaddy
+- DNS propagation not complete
+- Records not configured in Cloudflare
+
+**Solutions:**
+1. Check nameservers at GoDaddy
+2. Wait 5-60 minutes for propagation
+3. Check Cloudflare zone status (should be "Active")
+4. Verify DNS records exist in Cloudflare
+
+### Issue: SSL Certificate Errors
+
+**Symptoms:** Browser shows "Not Secure" or certificate warning
+
+**Causes:**
+- SSL/TLS mode incorrect
+- Railway app doesn't have valid certificate
+- Certificate provisioning in progress
+
+**Solutions:**
+1. Set SSL/TLS mode to "Full (strict)"
+2. Verify Railway app has SSL
+3. Wait 5-10 minutes for certificate provisioning
+4. Clear browser cache and retry
+
+### Issue: Site Not Loading (403/502 Errors)
+
+**Symptoms:** Site returns 403 Forbidden or 502 Bad Gateway
+
+**Causes:**
+- Railway app not running
+- Incorrect CNAME target
+- Cloudflare firewall blocking
+
+**Solutions:**
+1. Check Railway app status and logs
+2. Verify CNAME points to correct Railway URL
+3. Check Cloudflare firewall rules
+4. Disable Cloudflare proxy temporarily (DNS-only) to test
+
+### Issue: Mixed Content Warnings
+
+**Symptoms:** Some assets load as insecure (http://)
+
+**Causes:**
+- Hard-coded HTTP URLs in code
+- External resources using HTTP
+
+**Solutions:**
+1. Enable "Automatic HTTPS Rewrites" in Cloudflare
+2. Update hard-coded URLs to HTTPS
+3. Use protocol-relative URLs: `//example.com/asset.js`
+
+### Issue: Email Not Working
+
+**Symptoms:** Emails not sending/receiving
+
+**Causes:**
+- MX records not migrated
+- SPF/DKIM records missing
+
+**Solutions:**
+1. Add MX records in Cloudflare (from Phase 4.3)
+2. Add SPF TXT record
+3. Add DKIM records if using custom email
+4. Verify with: `dig MX blackroad.systems`
+
+---
+
+## Rollback Plan
+
+If you need to revert to GoDaddy DNS:
+
+### Quick Rollback
+
+1. Go to GoDaddy → Domains → blackroad.systems
+2. Nameservers → Change to **GoDaddy defaults**
+3. Wait 5-60 minutes for propagation
+4. Site will revert to GoDaddy DNS
+
+**⚠️ Note:** You can keep the Cloudflare account and try again later.
+
+### Gradual Rollback
+
+If experiencing issues but want to keep trying:
+
+1. In Cloudflare, change proxy status to **DNS Only** (gray cloud)
+2. This bypasses Cloudflare's proxy but keeps DNS
+3. Troubleshoot issues
+4. Re-enable proxy when fixed
+
+---
+
+## Next Steps After Migration
+
+### For All Remaining Domains
+
+Repeat the process for:
+- blackroad.ai
+- blackroad.network
+- blackroad.me
+- lucidia.earth
+- aliceqi.com
+- blackroadqi.com
+- roadwallet.com
+- aliceos.io
+- blackroadquantum.com
+
+**Pro tip:** After doing blackroad.systems, the others are easier!
+
+### Monitoring and Maintenance
+
+1. **Set up monitoring:**
+   - Uptime monitoring (UptimeRobot, Pingdom)
+   - SSL certificate expiry monitoring
+   - Performance monitoring (Cloudflare Analytics)
+
+2. **Review quarterly:**
+   - DNS records (remove unused)
+   - Page rules and caching
+   - Security settings
+   - Analytics and performance
+
+3. **Stay updated:**
+   - Review Cloudflare changelog
+   - Test new features in sandbox
+   - Keep API tokens rotated
+
+---
+
+## Migration Checklist
+
+Use this to track your progress:
+
+### Pre-Migration
+- [ ] GoDaddy credentials ready
+- [ ] Current DNS records documented
+- [ ] Railway hostname confirmed
+- [ ] Cloudflare account created
+
+### Cloudflare Setup
+- [ ] API token generated and saved
+- [ ] Domain added to Cloudflare
+- [ ] DNS records scanned
+- [ ] Nameservers noted
+
+### GoDaddy Update
+- [ ] Nameservers updated at GoDaddy
+- [ ] Change confirmed
+- [ ] Propagation completed (zone shows "Active")
+
+### DNS Configuration
+- [ ] Root domain CNAME added
+- [ ] WWW subdomain added
+- [ ] API subdomain added
+- [ ] OS subdomain added
+- [ ] Email records added (if applicable)
+
+### SSL/TLS
+- [ ] Encryption mode set to Full (strict)
+- [ ] Always Use HTTPS enabled
+- [ ] Automatic HTTPS Rewrites enabled
+- [ ] HSTS configured (optional)
+- [ ] TLS 1.3 enabled
+
+### Performance
+- [ ] Auto Minify enabled
+- [ ] Brotli compression enabled
+- [ ] Page rules configured
+- [ ] Caching configured
+
+### Verification
+- [ ] DNS resolution verified
+- [ ] SSL certificate valid
+- [ ] HTTP → HTTPS redirect working
+- [ ] WWW → apex redirect working
+- [ ] Site accessible and functional
+- [ ] API endpoints working
+- [ ] Email working (if applicable)
+
+### Automation (Optional)
+- [ ] Python dependencies installed
+- [ ] Environment variables set
+- [ ] domains.yaml updated
+- [ ] Automation scripts tested
+- [ ] GitHub Actions configured (optional)
+
+---
+
+## Resources
+
+### Documentation
+- [Cloudflare DNS Blueprint](../infra/cloudflare/CLOUDFLARE_DNS_BLUEPRINT.md)
+- [Scripts README](../scripts/cloudflare/README.md)
+- [Domain Configuration](../ops/domains.yaml)
+
+### External Links
+- [Cloudflare Dashboard](https://dash.cloudflare.com)
+- [Cloudflare API Docs](https://developers.cloudflare.com/api/)
+- [DNS Checker Tool](https://dnschecker.org)
+- [SSL Labs Test](https://www.ssllabs.com/ssltest/)
+- [Railway Dashboard](https://railway.app/dashboard)
+
+### Support
+- Cloudflare Community: https://community.cloudflare.com/
+- Railway Discord: https://discord.gg/railway
+- BlackRoad GitHub Issues: https://github.com/blackboxprogramming/BlackRoad-Operating-System/issues
+
+---
+
+**Congratulations!** 🎉
+
+You've successfully migrated to Cloudflare DNS. Your sites now benefit from:
+- Global CDN and faster performance
+- Free SSL with auto-renewal
+- DDoS protection
+- Advanced security features
+- Better analytics and insights
+
+**Questions or issues?** Check the troubleshooting section or open a GitHub issue.
+
+---
+
+**Last Updated:** 2025-11-18
+**Maintainer:** BlackRoad DevOps Team
+**Version:** 1.0
diff --git a/scripts/cloudflare/README.md b/scripts/cloudflare/README.md
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+# Cloudflare DNS Management Scripts
+
+This directory contains automation scripts for managing BlackRoad domains via the Cloudflare API.
+
+## Scripts
+
+### `sync_dns.py`
+Synchronizes DNS records from `ops/domains.yaml` to Cloudflare. Handles creating new records and updating existing ones.
+
+**Features:**
+- Automated DNS record synchronization
+- Dry-run mode to preview changes
+- Colored output for easy scanning
+- Support for multiple record types (A, CNAME, MX, TXT)
+- Automatic proxying configuration
+
+**Usage:**
+```bash
+# Set environment variables
+export CF_API_TOKEN="your-cloudflare-api-token"
+export CF_ZONE_ID="your-zone-id"
+
+# Preview changes (dry run)
+python scripts/cloudflare/sync_dns.py --dry-run
+
+# Apply changes
+python scripts/cloudflare/sync_dns.py
+
+# Or with command-line arguments
+python scripts/cloudflare/sync_dns.py \
+  --token "your-token" \
+  --zone-id "your-zone-id" \
+  --zone-name "blackroad.systems"
+```
+
+### `validate_dns.py`
+Validates DNS configuration and checks propagation status across the internet.
+
+**Features:**
+- DNS resolution verification
+- SSL certificate validation
+- HTTP/HTTPS accessibility testing
+- Redirect verification (www → apex, HTTP → HTTPS)
+- Support for checking multiple domains
+
+**Usage:**
+```bash
+# Check single domain (default: blackroad.systems)
+python scripts/cloudflare/validate_dns.py
+
+# Check specific domain
+python scripts/cloudflare/validate_dns.py --domain blackroad.ai
+
+# Check all BlackRoad domains
+python scripts/cloudflare/validate_dns.py --all
+
+# DNS-only check (skip SSL and HTTP)
+python scripts/cloudflare/validate_dns.py --dns-only
+```
+
+## Installation
+
+### Prerequisites
+- Python 3.8 or higher
+- Cloudflare account with API token
+- Domain(s) added to Cloudflare
+
+### Install Dependencies
+
+```bash
+# Install required packages
+pip install -r scripts/cloudflare/requirements.txt
+
+# Or install individually
+pip install requests pyyaml dnspython colorama
+```
+
+## Configuration
+
+### Getting Cloudflare API Token
+
+1. Log in to [Cloudflare Dashboard](https://dash.cloudflare.com)
+2. Go to **My Profile** → **API Tokens**
+3. Click **Create Token**
+4. Use the **Edit zone DNS** template
+5. Select the zones you want to manage
+6. Create token and copy it
+
+### Getting Zone ID
+
+1. Go to [Cloudflare Dashboard](https://dash.cloudflare.com)
+2. Select your domain (e.g., `blackroad.systems`)
+3. Scroll down to **API** section on the right sidebar
+4. Copy the **Zone ID**
+
+### Environment Variables
+
+```bash
+# Add to your shell profile (~/.bashrc, ~/.zshrc, etc.)
+export CF_API_TOKEN="your-cloudflare-api-token-here"
+export CF_ZONE_ID="your-zone-id-here"
+
+# Or create a .env file (DO NOT COMMIT THIS)
+echo "CF_API_TOKEN=your-token" >> .env
+echo "CF_ZONE_ID=your-zone-id" >> .env
+source .env
+```
+
+## Domain Configuration
+
+DNS records are defined in `ops/domains.yaml`. Example:
+
+```yaml
+domains:
+  - name: "blackroad.systems"
+    type: "root"
+    provider: "cloudflare"
+    mode: "dns"
+    record:
+      type: "CNAME"
+      value: "blackroad-os-production.up.railway.app"
+      ttl: 1  # Auto
+      proxied: true
+
+  - name: "api.blackroad.systems"
+    type: "subdomain"
+    provider: "cloudflare"
+    mode: "dns"
+    record:
+      type: "CNAME"
+      value: "blackroad-os-production.up.railway.app"
+      proxied: true
+```
+
+## Workflow
+
+### Initial Migration
+
+1. **Add domain to Cloudflare** (manual step via dashboard)
+   ```
+   - Go to Cloudflare → Add a site
+   - Enter domain name
+   - Choose Free plan
+   - Follow setup wizard
+   ```
+
+2. **Update nameservers at registrar** (GoDaddy, etc.)
+   ```
+   - Copy nameservers from Cloudflare
+   - Update at domain registrar
+   - Wait 5-60 minutes for propagation
+   ```
+
+3. **Configure DNS records**
+   ```bash
+   # Update ops/domains.yaml with your records
+
+   # Preview changes
+   python scripts/cloudflare/sync_dns.py --dry-run
+
+   # Apply changes
+   python scripts/cloudflare/sync_dns.py
+   ```
+
+4. **Verify configuration**
+   ```bash
+   # Check DNS propagation
+   python scripts/cloudflare/validate_dns.py
+
+   # Or check specific domain
+   python scripts/cloudflare/validate_dns.py --domain blackroad.systems
+   ```
+
+### Regular Updates
+
+When updating DNS records:
+
+1. Edit `ops/domains.yaml`
+2. Run dry-run to preview: `python scripts/cloudflare/sync_dns.py --dry-run`
+3. Apply changes: `python scripts/cloudflare/sync_dns.py`
+4. Validate: `python scripts/cloudflare/validate_dns.py`
+
+## Troubleshooting
+
+### DNS Not Resolving
+
+**Problem:** Domain doesn't resolve
+
+**Solutions:**
+```bash
+# Check DNS with dig
+dig blackroad.systems
+
+# Check with validation script
+python scripts/cloudflare/validate_dns.py --domain blackroad.systems
+
+# Wait for propagation (5-60 minutes after nameserver change)
+```
+
+### API Authentication Errors
+
+**Problem:** `401 Unauthorized` or `403 Forbidden`
+
+**Solutions:**
+- Verify API token is correct
+- Check token has "Edit DNS" permission for the zone
+- Ensure token hasn't expired
+- Verify zone ID is correct
+
+### Script Errors
+
+**Problem:** Import errors or missing dependencies
+
+**Solutions:**
+```bash
+# Install all dependencies
+pip install -r scripts/cloudflare/requirements.txt
+
+# Or install missing package
+pip install <package-name>
+```
+
+### Configuration Drift
+
+**Problem:** Cloudflare records don't match `domains.yaml`
+
+**Solutions:**
+```bash
+# Run sync to update Cloudflare to match config
+python scripts/cloudflare/sync_dns.py
+
+# Or manually update records in Cloudflare dashboard
+```
+
+## Security Best Practices
+
+1. **Never commit API tokens**
+   - Add `.env` to `.gitignore`
+   - Use environment variables
+   - Rotate tokens periodically
+
+2. **Use scoped tokens**
+   - Create tokens with minimum required permissions
+   - Use zone-specific tokens when possible
+   - Avoid using Global API Key
+
+3. **Audit regularly**
+   - Review DNS records monthly
+   - Check token usage in Cloudflare dashboard
+   - Remove unused tokens
+
+## Integration with CI/CD
+
+### GitHub Actions Example
+
+```yaml
+name: Sync DNS Records
+
+on:
+  push:
+    paths:
+      - 'ops/domains.yaml'
+    branches:
+      - main
+
+jobs:
+  sync-dns:
+    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
+    steps:
+      - uses: actions/checkout@v3
+
+      - name: Set up Python
+        uses: actions/setup-python@v4
+        with:
+          python-version: '3.10'
+
+      - name: Install dependencies
+        run: |
+          pip install -r scripts/cloudflare/requirements.txt
+
+      - name: Sync DNS records
+        env:
+          CF_API_TOKEN: ${{ secrets.CF_API_TOKEN }}
+          CF_ZONE_ID: ${{ secrets.CF_ZONE_ID }}
+        run: |
+          python scripts/cloudflare/sync_dns.py
+```
+
+Add secrets to GitHub:
+```bash
+gh secret set CF_API_TOKEN
+gh secret set CF_ZONE_ID
+```
+
+## Additional Resources
+
+- [Cloudflare API Documentation](https://developers.cloudflare.com/api/)
+- [Cloudflare DNS Documentation](https://developers.cloudflare.com/dns/)
+- [DNS Blueprint](../../infra/cloudflare/CLOUDFLARE_DNS_BLUEPRINT.md)
+- [Domain Configuration](../../ops/domains.yaml)
+
+## Support
+
+For issues or questions:
+- Check the [CLOUDFLARE_DNS_BLUEPRINT.md](../../infra/cloudflare/CLOUDFLARE_DNS_BLUEPRINT.md)
+- Review Cloudflare dashboard for zone status
+- Check script output for error messages
+- Verify API token permissions
+
+---
+
+**Last Updated:** 2025-11-18
+**Maintained by:** BlackRoad DevOps Team
diff --git a/scripts/cloudflare/requirements.txt b/scripts/cloudflare/requirements.txt
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+# Cloudflare DNS Management Scripts Requirements
+# Install with: pip install -r scripts/cloudflare/requirements.txt
+
+# HTTP client for API requests
+requests>=2.31.0
+
+# YAML parsing for domains.yaml
+PyYAML>=6.0.1
+
+# DNS resolution verification
+dnspython>=2.4.2
+
+# Colored terminal output
+colorama>=0.4.6
diff --git a/scripts/cloudflare/sync_dns.py b/scripts/cloudflare/sync_dns.py
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+#!/usr/bin/env python3
+"""
+Sync DNS records from ops/domains.yaml to Cloudflare
+
+This script automates the migration and synchronization of DNS records
+from the domain configuration file to Cloudflare. It handles:
+- Creating new DNS records
+- Updating existing DNS records
+- Detecting and reporting configuration drift
+
+Usage:
+  export CF_API_TOKEN="your-cloudflare-api-token"
+  export CF_ZONE_ID="your-zone-id"  # For blackroad.systems
+  python scripts/cloudflare/sync_dns.py
+
+  Or with command-line arguments:
+  python scripts/cloudflare/sync_dns.py --zone-id <zone_id> --token <token>
+
+Requirements:
+  pip install requests pyyaml colorama
+"""
+
+import os
+import sys
+import argparse
+import yaml
+import requests
+from typing import Dict, List, Optional
+from datetime import datetime
+
+try:
+    from colorama import init, Fore, Style
+    init()
+    HAS_COLOR = True
+except ImportError:
+    HAS_COLOR = False
+    # Fallback to no colors
+    class Fore:
+        GREEN = RED = YELLOW = CYAN = RESET = ""
+    class Style:
+        BRIGHT = RESET_ALL = ""
+
+# Configuration
+CF_API_BASE = "https://api.cloudflare.com/client/v4"
+DOMAINS_FILE = "ops/domains.yaml"
+
+
+def print_status(message: str, status: str = "info"):
+    """Print colored status messages"""
+    if status == "success":
+        prefix = f"{Fore.GREEN}✓{Fore.RESET}"
+    elif status == "error":
+        prefix = f"{Fore.RED}✗{Fore.RESET}"
+    elif status == "warning":
+        prefix = f"{Fore.YELLOW}⚠{Fore.RESET}"
+    else:
+        prefix = f"{Fore.CYAN}ℹ{Fore.RESET}"
+
+    print(f"{prefix} {message}")
+
+
+def get_api_headers(api_token: str) -> Dict[str, str]:
+    """Get headers for Cloudflare API requests"""
+    return {
+        "Authorization": f"Bearer {api_token}",
+        "Content-Type": "application/json"
+    }
+
+
+def load_domains() -> Dict:
+    """Load domain configuration from ops/domains.yaml"""
+    try:
+        with open(DOMAINS_FILE) as f:
+            return yaml.safe_load(f)
+    except FileNotFoundError:
+        print_status(f"Error: {DOMAINS_FILE} not found", "error")
+        sys.exit(1)
+    except yaml.YAMLError as e:
+        print_status(f"Error parsing {DOMAINS_FILE}: {e}", "error")
+        sys.exit(1)
+
+
+def get_existing_records(zone_id: str, api_token: str) -> List[Dict]:
+    """Fetch all DNS records for a zone"""
+    url = f"{CF_API_BASE}/zones/{zone_id}/dns_records"
+    headers = get_api_headers(api_token)
+
+    all_records = []
+    page = 1
+    per_page = 100
+
+    while True:
+        params = {"page": page, "per_page": per_page}
+        response = requests.get(url, headers=headers, params=params)
+
+        if response.status_code != 200:
+            print_status(f"Error fetching DNS records: {response.text}", "error")
+            sys.exit(1)
+
+        data = response.json()
+        if not data.get("success"):
+            print_status(f"API error: {data.get('errors')}", "error")
+            sys.exit(1)
+
+        records = data.get("result", [])
+        all_records.extend(records)
+
+        # Check if there are more pages
+        result_info = data.get("result_info", {})
+        if page * per_page >= result_info.get("total_count", 0):
+            break
+
+        page += 1
+
+    return all_records
+
+
+def create_dns_record(zone_id: str, api_token: str, record: Dict) -> Dict:
+    """Create a DNS record"""
+    url = f"{CF_API_BASE}/zones/{zone_id}/dns_records"
+    headers = get_api_headers(api_token)
+
+    response = requests.post(url, headers=headers, json=record)
+
+    if response.status_code not in [200, 201]:
+        print_status(f"Error creating DNS record: {response.text}", "error")
+        return None
+
+    data = response.json()
+    if not data.get("success"):
+        print_status(f"API error: {data.get('errors')}", "error")
+        return None
+
+    return data.get("result")
+
+
+def update_dns_record(zone_id: str, api_token: str, record_id: str, record: Dict) -> Dict:
+    """Update a DNS record"""
+    url = f"{CF_API_BASE}/zones/{zone_id}/dns_records/{record_id}"
+    headers = get_api_headers(api_token)
+
+    response = requests.put(url, headers=headers, json=record)
+
+    if response.status_code != 200:
+        print_status(f"Error updating DNS record: {response.text}", "error")
+        return None
+
+    data = response.json()
+    if not data.get("success"):
+        print_status(f"API error: {data.get('errors')}", "error")
+        return None
+
+    return data.get("result")
+
+
+def normalize_record_name(name: str, zone_name: str) -> str:
+    """Normalize record name for comparison
+
+    Cloudflare returns full domain names (e.g., 'blackroad.systems' or 'www.blackroad.systems')
+    while config may use '@' for apex or just subdomain names.
+    """
+    if name == "@":
+        return zone_name
+    elif not name.endswith(zone_name):
+        return f"{name}.{zone_name}"
+    return name
+
+
+def records_match(config_record: Dict, cf_record: Dict, zone_name: str) -> bool:
+    """Check if a config record matches a Cloudflare record"""
+    config_name = normalize_record_name(config_record.get("name", ""), zone_name)
+    cf_name = cf_record.get("name", "")
+
+    return (
+        config_record.get("type") == cf_record.get("type") and
+        config_name == cf_name and
+        config_record.get("content") == cf_record.get("content")
+    )
+
+
+def sync_records(zone_id: str, api_token: str, zone_name: str, dry_run: bool = False):
+    """Sync DNS records from domains.yaml to Cloudflare"""
+    print_status(f"Starting DNS sync for zone: {zone_name}")
+    print_status(f"Zone ID: {zone_id}")
+
+    if dry_run:
+        print_status("DRY RUN MODE - No changes will be made", "warning")
+
+    # Load configuration
+    config = load_domains()
+
+    # Get existing records from Cloudflare
+    print_status("Fetching existing DNS records from Cloudflare...")
+    existing = get_existing_records(zone_id, api_token)
+    print_status(f"Found {len(existing)} existing DNS records")
+
+    # Build index of existing records
+    existing_index = {}
+    for record in existing:
+        key = f"{record['type']}:{record['name']}"
+        existing_index[key] = record
+
+    # Process domains from config
+    created = 0
+    updated = 0
+    skipped = 0
+    errors = 0
+
+    for domain in config.get("domains", []):
+        # Only process domains configured for Cloudflare DNS mode
+        if domain.get("provider") != "cloudflare" or domain.get("mode") != "dns":
+            continue
+
+        # Skip if no record config
+        if "record" not in domain:
+            print_status(f"Skipping {domain.get('name')}: No record configuration", "warning")
+            continue
+
+        # Extract domain name (handle both root and subdomain)
+        domain_name = domain.get("name", "")
+
+        # Build record data
+        record_config = domain["record"]
+        record_type = record_config.get("type", "CNAME")
+        record_value = record_config.get("value", "")
+
+        # Determine record name for Cloudflare
+        # For root domains matching zone name, use "@"
+        if domain_name == zone_name:
+            record_name = "@"
+        else:
+            record_name = domain_name
+
+        record_data = {
+            "type": record_type,
+            "name": record_name,
+            "content": record_value,
+            "ttl": record_config.get("ttl", 1),  # 1 = Auto
+            "proxied": record_config.get("proxied", True)
+        }
+
+        # For MX records, add priority
+        if record_type == "MX":
+            record_data["priority"] = record_config.get("priority", 10)
+
+        # Build key for lookup
+        full_name = normalize_record_name(record_name, zone_name)
+        key = f"{record_type}:{full_name}"
+
+        # Check if record exists
+        if key in existing_index:
+            existing_record = existing_index[key]
+
+            # Check if update is needed
+            needs_update = (
+                existing_record.get("content") != record_value or
+                existing_record.get("proxied") != record_data.get("proxied")
+            )
+
+            if needs_update:
+                print_status(f"Updating: {key} -> {record_value}", "warning")
+                if not dry_run:
+                    result = update_dns_record(zone_id, api_token, existing_record["id"], record_data)
+                    if result:
+                        updated += 1
+                        print_status(f"  Updated successfully", "success")
+                    else:
+                        errors += 1
+                else:
+                    print_status(f"  [DRY RUN] Would update", "info")
+                    updated += 1
+            else:
+                print_status(f"Unchanged: {key}", "info")
+                skipped += 1
+        else:
+            # Create new record
+            print_status(f"Creating: {key} -> {record_value}", "warning")
+            if not dry_run:
+                result = create_dns_record(zone_id, api_token, record_data)
+                if result:
+                    created += 1
+                    print_status(f"  Created successfully", "success")
+                else:
+                    errors += 1
+            else:
+                print_status(f"  [DRY RUN] Would create", "info")
+                created += 1
+
+    # Summary
+    print("\n" + "="*60)
+    print_status("DNS Sync Complete!", "success")
+    print("="*60)
+    print(f"  {Fore.GREEN}Created:{Fore.RESET}   {created}")
+    print(f"  {Fore.YELLOW}Updated:{Fore.RESET}   {updated}")
+    print(f"  {Fore.CYAN}Unchanged:{Fore.RESET} {skipped}")
+    print(f"  {Fore.RED}Errors:{Fore.RESET}    {errors}")
+    print("="*60)
+
+    if dry_run:
+        print_status("This was a DRY RUN - no actual changes were made", "warning")
+        print_status("Run without --dry-run to apply changes", "info")
+
+
+def main():
+    """Main entry point"""
+    parser = argparse.ArgumentParser(
+        description="Sync DNS records from ops/domains.yaml to Cloudflare"
+    )
+    parser.add_argument(
+        "--token",
+        help="Cloudflare API token (or set CF_API_TOKEN env var)"
+    )
+    parser.add_argument(
+        "--zone-id",
+        help="Cloudflare zone ID (or set CF_ZONE_ID env var)"
+    )
+    parser.add_argument(
+        "--zone-name",
+        default="blackroad.systems",
+        help="Zone name (default: blackroad.systems)"
+    )
+    parser.add_argument(
+        "--dry-run",
+        action="store_true",
+        help="Show what would be changed without making actual changes"
+    )
+
+    args = parser.parse_args()
+
+    # Get credentials
+    api_token = args.token or os.getenv("CF_API_TOKEN")
+    zone_id = args.zone_id or os.getenv("CF_ZONE_ID")
+
+    if not api_token:
+        print_status("Error: CF_API_TOKEN environment variable or --token argument required", "error")
+        print_status("Get your token at: https://dash.cloudflare.com/profile/api-tokens", "info")
+        sys.exit(1)
+
+    if not zone_id:
+        print_status("Error: CF_ZONE_ID environment variable or --zone-id argument required", "error")
+        print_status("Find your zone ID in the Cloudflare dashboard", "info")
+        sys.exit(1)
+
+    # Run sync
+    try:
+        sync_records(zone_id, api_token, args.zone_name, dry_run=args.dry_run)
+    except KeyboardInterrupt:
+        print("\n")
+        print_status("Interrupted by user", "warning")
+        sys.exit(1)
+    except Exception as e:
+        print_status(f"Unexpected error: {e}", "error")
+        import traceback
+        traceback.print_exc()
+        sys.exit(1)
+
+
+if __name__ == "__main__":
+    main()
diff --git a/scripts/cloudflare/validate_dns.py b/scripts/cloudflare/validate_dns.py
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@@ -0,0 +1,313 @@
+#!/usr/bin/env python3
+"""
+Validate DNS configuration and check propagation status
+
+This script helps verify that DNS records have been properly configured
+and propagated across the internet. It performs:
+- DNS resolution checks
+- SSL certificate validation
+- HTTP/HTTPS accessibility tests
+- Redirect verification
+
+Usage:
+  python scripts/cloudflare/validate_dns.py
+  python scripts/cloudflare/validate_dns.py --domain blackroad.systems
+  python scripts/cloudflare/validate_dns.py --all  # Check all domains
+
+Requirements:
+  pip install requests dnspython colorama
+"""
+
+import argparse
+import socket
+import ssl
+import sys
+from datetime import datetime
+from typing import List, Dict, Optional
+import requests
+
+try:
+    import dns.resolver
+    HAS_DNS = True
+except ImportError:
+    HAS_DNS = False
+    print("Warning: dnspython not installed. Install with: pip install dnspython")
+
+try:
+    from colorama import init, Fore, Style
+    init()
+except ImportError:
+    class Fore:
+        GREEN = RED = YELLOW = CYAN = RESET = ""
+    class Style:
+        BRIGHT = RESET_ALL = ""
+
+
+def print_status(message: str, status: str = "info"):
+    """Print colored status messages"""
+    if status == "success":
+        prefix = f"{Fore.GREEN}✓{Fore.RESET}"
+    elif status == "error":
+        prefix = f"{Fore.RED}✗{Fore.RESET}"
+    elif status == "warning":
+        prefix = f"{Fore.YELLOW}⚠{Fore.RESET}"
+    else:
+        prefix = f"{Fore.CYAN}ℹ{Fore.RESET}"
+
+    print(f"{prefix} {message}")
+
+
+def check_dns_resolution(domain: str) -> Dict:
+    """Check DNS resolution for a domain"""
+    result = {
+        "domain": domain,
+        "resolved": False,
+        "ip_addresses": [],
+        "cname": None,
+        "error": None
+    }
+
+    if not HAS_DNS:
+        result["error"] = "dnspython not installed"
+        return result
+
+    try:
+        resolver = dns.resolver.Resolver()
+        resolver.timeout = 5
+        resolver.lifetime = 5
+
+        # Try CNAME first
+        try:
+            cname_answers = resolver.resolve(domain, 'CNAME')
+            if cname_answers:
+                result["cname"] = str(cname_answers[0].target).rstrip('.')
+                print_status(f"  CNAME: {result['cname']}", "info")
+        except (dns.resolver.NoAnswer, dns.resolver.NXDOMAIN):
+            pass
+
+        # Try A record
+        try:
+            answers = resolver.resolve(domain, 'A')
+            result["ip_addresses"] = [str(rdata) for rdata in answers]
+            result["resolved"] = True
+            for ip in result["ip_addresses"]:
+                print_status(f"  A: {ip}", "info")
+        except (dns.resolver.NoAnswer, dns.resolver.NXDOMAIN) as e:
+            result["error"] = str(e)
+
+    except Exception as e:
+        result["error"] = str(e)
+
+    return result
+
+
+def check_ssl_certificate(domain: str) -> Dict:
+    """Check SSL certificate for a domain"""
+    result = {
+        "domain": domain,
+        "valid": False,
+        "issuer": None,
+        "expires": None,
+        "days_remaining": None,
+        "error": None
+    }
+
+    try:
+        context = ssl.create_default_context()
+        with socket.create_connection((domain, 443), timeout=10) as sock:
+            with context.wrap_socket(sock, server_hostname=domain) as ssock:
+                cert = ssock.getpeercert()
+
+                result["issuer"] = dict(x[0] for x in cert['issuer'])
+                result["expires"] = cert['notAfter']
+
+                # Parse expiry date
+                expire_date = datetime.strptime(cert['notAfter'], '%b %d %H:%M:%S %Y %Z')
+                days_remaining = (expire_date - datetime.now()).days
+                result["days_remaining"] = days_remaining
+                result["valid"] = days_remaining > 0
+
+                print_status(f"  Issuer: {result['issuer'].get('organizationName', 'Unknown')}", "info")
+                print_status(f"  Expires: {result['expires']} ({days_remaining} days)",
+                           "success" if days_remaining > 30 else "warning")
+
+    except Exception as e:
+        result["error"] = str(e)
+
+    return result
+
+
+def check_http_accessibility(domain: str, check_redirects: bool = True) -> Dict:
+    """Check HTTP/HTTPS accessibility and redirects"""
+    result = {
+        "domain": domain,
+        "http_accessible": False,
+        "https_accessible": False,
+        "redirects_to_https": False,
+        "www_redirects": False,
+        "status_code": None,
+        "error": None
+    }
+
+    try:
+        # Check HTTP -> HTTPS redirect
+        http_response = requests.get(f"http://{domain}", allow_redirects=True, timeout=10)
+        result["http_accessible"] = True
+        result["redirects_to_https"] = http_response.url.startswith("https://")
+
+        if result["redirects_to_https"]:
+            print_status(f"  HTTP → HTTPS redirect: ✓", "success")
+        else:
+            print_status(f"  HTTP → HTTPS redirect: ✗", "warning")
+
+    except Exception as e:
+        result["error"] = f"HTTP check failed: {e}"
+
+    try:
+        # Check HTTPS accessibility
+        https_response = requests.get(f"https://{domain}", timeout=10)
+        result["https_accessible"] = https_response.status_code == 200
+        result["status_code"] = https_response.status_code
+
+        if result["https_accessible"]:
+            print_status(f"  HTTPS accessible: ✓ (Status: {https_response.status_code})", "success")
+        else:
+            print_status(f"  HTTPS status: {https_response.status_code}", "warning")
+
+    except Exception as e:
+        if not result["error"]:
+            result["error"] = f"HTTPS check failed: {e}"
+
+    # Check www redirect if requested
+    if check_redirects and not domain.startswith("www."):
+        try:
+            www_response = requests.get(f"https://www.{domain}", allow_redirects=True, timeout=10)
+            result["www_redirects"] = www_response.url == f"https://{domain}/" or www_response.url == f"https://{domain}"
+
+            if result["www_redirects"]:
+                print_status(f"  www → apex redirect: ✓", "success")
+            else:
+                print_status(f"  www redirect: ✗ (goes to {www_response.url})", "warning")
+
+        except Exception as e:
+            print_status(f"  www redirect check failed: {e}", "info")
+
+    return result
+
+
+def validate_domain(domain: str, full_check: bool = True) -> bool:
+    """Validate a single domain"""
+    print(f"\n{'='*60}")
+    print(f"{Style.BRIGHT}Validating: {domain}{Style.RESET_ALL}")
+    print(f"{'='*60}")
+
+    all_passed = True
+
+    # DNS Resolution
+    print(f"\n{Fore.CYAN}[1/3] DNS Resolution{Fore.RESET}")
+    dns_result = check_dns_resolution(domain)
+    if dns_result["resolved"]:
+        print_status(f"DNS resolved successfully", "success")
+    else:
+        print_status(f"DNS resolution failed: {dns_result.get('error', 'Unknown error')}", "error")
+        all_passed = False
+
+    if not full_check:
+        return all_passed
+
+    # SSL Certificate
+    print(f"\n{Fore.CYAN}[2/3] SSL Certificate{Fore.RESET}")
+    ssl_result = check_ssl_certificate(domain)
+    if ssl_result["valid"]:
+        print_status(f"SSL certificate is valid", "success")
+    else:
+        print_status(f"SSL certificate check failed: {ssl_result.get('error', 'Unknown error')}", "error")
+        all_passed = False
+
+    # HTTP Accessibility
+    print(f"\n{Fore.CYAN}[3/3] HTTP Accessibility{Fore.RESET}")
+    http_result = check_http_accessibility(domain)
+    if http_result["https_accessible"]:
+        print_status(f"Site is accessible via HTTPS", "success")
+    else:
+        print_status(f"Site accessibility check failed: {http_result.get('error', 'Unknown error')}", "error")
+        all_passed = False
+
+    # Summary
+    print(f"\n{'='*60}")
+    if all_passed:
+        print_status(f"{domain}: All checks passed! ✓", "success")
+    else:
+        print_status(f"{domain}: Some checks failed", "warning")
+    print(f"{'='*60}")
+
+    return all_passed
+
+
+def main():
+    """Main entry point"""
+    parser = argparse.ArgumentParser(
+        description="Validate DNS configuration and check propagation status"
+    )
+    parser.add_argument(
+        "--domain",
+        help="Domain to validate (default: blackroad.systems)"
+    )
+    parser.add_argument(
+        "--all",
+        action="store_true",
+        help="Check all BlackRoad domains"
+    )
+    parser.add_argument(
+        "--dns-only",
+        action="store_true",
+        help="Only check DNS resolution (skip SSL and HTTP checks)"
+    )
+
+    args = parser.parse_args()
+
+    # List of BlackRoad domains
+    all_domains = [
+        "blackroad.systems",
+        "blackroad.ai",
+        "blackroad.network",
+        "blackroad.me",
+        "lucidia.earth",
+        "aliceqi.com",
+        "blackroadqi.com",
+        "roadwallet.com",
+        "aliceos.io",
+        "blackroadquantum.com"
+    ]
+
+    if args.all:
+        domains = all_domains
+    elif args.domain:
+        domains = [args.domain]
+    else:
+        domains = ["blackroad.systems"]
+
+    full_check = not args.dns_only
+    all_passed = True
+
+    for domain in domains:
+        passed = validate_domain(domain, full_check=full_check)
+        if not passed:
+            all_passed = False
+
+    # Final summary
+    print(f"\n{'='*60}")
+    print(f"{Style.BRIGHT}VALIDATION SUMMARY{Style.RESET_ALL}")
+    print(f"{'='*60}")
+    print(f"Domains checked: {len(domains)}")
+
+    if all_passed:
+        print_status("All validations passed!", "success")
+        sys.exit(0)
+    else:
+        print_status("Some validations failed", "warning")
+        sys.exit(1)
+
+
+if __name__ == "__main__":
+    main()