DNS Management Basics

Understanding DNS records and how to manage them.

What is DNS?

DNS (Domain Name System) translates domain names into IP addresses, allowing browsers to load websites.

Common Record Types

A Record

Points your domain to an IPv4 address

• Example: example.com → 192.0.2.1

AAAA Record

Points your domain to an IPv6 address

• Example: example.com → 2001:db8::1

CNAME Record

Creates an alias pointing to another domain

• Example: www.example.com → example.com

MX Record

Directs email to mail servers

• Example: example.com → mail.example.com

TXT Record

Stores text information (used for verification, SPF, etc.)

• Example: Site verification codes

Managing DNS Records

1. Go to your domain dashboard
2. Click "DNS Management"
3. Add, edit, or delete records
4. Changes propagate within minutes

DNS Propagation

After making changes:

• Most updates: 5-30 minutes
• Global propagation: Up to 48 hours
• Use DNS checkers to verify changes