Understanding DNS Records

DNS Records ExplainedA Record: IPv4 address. CNAME: alias. MX: mail servers. TXT: text verification.

How to Add and Edit DNS Records

DNS ManagementAccess DNS Management tab. Add records with name, value, and TTL settings.

Setting Up A Records

A RecordsPoint domain to IP address. Use @ for root domain or subdomain name.

Setting Up CNAME Records

CNAME RecordsCreate aliases pointing to other domains. Common for www subdomains.

MX Records for Email

Email MX RecordsSpecify mail servers. Include priority values. Required for receiving email.

TXT Records and Domain Verification

TXT RecordsUsed for SPF, DKIM, and domain ownership verification.

Understanding TTL Values

TTL SettingsTime To Live determines how long DNS records are cached. Lower for faster updates.

DNS Propagation Explained

DNS PropagationChanges take 24-48 hours to spread globally. Use TTL to control timing.

Connecting Domain to Website Hosting

Connect to HostingUpdate nameservers or add A record pointing to hosting IP address.

Setting Up Wildcard DNS

Wildcard RecordsUse * as subdomain name to catch all unspecified subdomains.

DNS Security: DNSSEC Explained

DNSSECDNS Security Extensions prevent DNS spoofing. Adds cryptographic verification.

Common DNS Issues and Fixes

DNS TroubleshootingCheck record syntax, TTL settings, and propagation status. Use dig or nslookup.