DNS Records Explained
DNS (Domain Name System) records tell the internet where to find your website and email.
Common Record Types
A Record
Points your domain to an IP address (IPv4).
- Example: example.com → 192.168.1.1
AAAA Record
Points your domain to an IPv6 address.
- Example: example.com → 2001:0db8:85a3::8a2e:0370:7334
CNAME Record
Creates an alias pointing to another domain.
- Example: www.example.com → example.com
MX Record
Directs email to your mail server.
- Includes priority number (lower = higher priority)
- Example: mail.example.com with priority 10
TXT Record
Stores text information for various purposes.
- SPF records for email authentication
- Domain verification
- DKIM signatures
NS Record
Specifies authoritative nameservers for your domain.
Managing DNS
- Log into your control panel
- Navigate to DNS Zone Editor
- Add, edit, or delete records as needed
- Changes propagate within 24-48 hours
Pro Tips
- Always backup your DNS before making changes
- Use low TTL (300-600) when testing changes
- Increase TTL after confirming settings work