Managing DNS Records

    Once your domain is registered, you can manage its DNS records from your dashboard. This guide explains each record type and common use cases.

    Accessing DNS Management

    1. Go to your Dashboard
    2. Find the domain you want to manage
    3. Click the DNS or Settings button

    Common Record Types

    A Record

    Points your domain to an IPv4 address.

    Example: Point mybrand.ga.nu to 192.168.1.100

    • Type: A
    • Name: @ (or leave blank for root domain)
    • Value: 192.168.1.100

    AAAA Record

    Points your domain to an IPv6 address.

    Example: Point mybrand.ga.nu to an IPv6 address

    • Type: AAAA
    • Name: @
    • Value: 2001:db8::1

    CNAME Record

    Points your domain to another domain name. Useful for services like Vercel, Netlify, or GitHub Pages.

    Example: Point to a Vercel deployment

    • Type: CNAME
    • Name: @
    • Value: cname.vercel-dns.com

    MX Record

    Tells email servers where to deliver mail for your domain.

    Example: Set up Google Workspace email

    • Type: MX
    • Name: @
    • Value: aspmx.l.google.com
    • Priority: 1

    TXT Record

    Stores text information. Often used for domain verification and email security.

    Example: Verify domain ownership

    • Type: TXT
    • Name: @
    • Value: google-site-verification=abc123...

    Common Mistakes to Avoid

    1. Conflicting records — Don't create both an A record and CNAME for the same name
    2. Wrong TTL — Keep TTL at default unless you have a specific reason to change it
    3. Missing trailing dots — Some systems require trailing dots in domain values; our system handles this automatically
    4. Typos in values — Double-check IP addresses and domain names

    How Long Do Changes Take?

    DNS changes typically take effect within a few minutes, but can take up to 48 hours to fully propagate worldwide. This is because DNS records are cached by servers around the internet.

    Record Limits

    You can create up to 50 DNS records per domain. This is more than enough for most use cases. Keep your configuration simple and organized for easier management.