DNS Management
Learn how to effectively manage your domain's DNS settings. Configure and maintain your DNS records for optimal website performance and security.
Basic Records
Essential DNS configurations
- A Records
- CNAME Records
- MX Records
- TXT Records
- NS Records
- SOA Records
Email Records
Email authentication setup
- SPF Records
- DKIM Records
- DMARC Records
- Email forwarding
- Anti-spam
- Mail server
Security Records
Security configurations
- SSL verification
- CAA Records
- DNSSEC setup
- Security headers
- Access control
- Monitoring
Advanced Records
Specialized configurations
- SRV Records
- PTR Records
- CAA Records
- Wildcard DNS
- Load balancing
- CDN setup
Best Practices
Record Management
Keep DNS records organized and documented. Use appropriate TTL values for different record types. Regularly review and update records, especially when making changes to your infrastructure.
Security Measures
Implement DNSSEC for enhanced security. Set up proper email authentication records (SPF, DKIM, DMARC). Use CAA records to control SSL certificate issuance. Monitor for unauthorized changes.
Performance
Optimize TTL values based on record type. Use CDN records for better content delivery. Implement proper load balancing records. Monitor DNS resolution times and performance.