DNS Record Types

Key DNS Record Types

  • A Record: Maps a domain or host name to an IP address.
  • CNAME Record: Creates an alias from one domain name to another.
  • MX Record: Directs mail requests to your mail server.
  • TXT Record: Associates text strings with a domain name, often used for domain ownership verification.
  • CAA Record: Specifies which Certificate Authorities are authorized to issue certificates for your domain.
  • NS Record: Identifies the authoritative servers for a domain.
  • SOA Record: Contains administrative information about the domain.
  • SPF Record: Helps prevent email spoofing by specifying authorized mail servers.
  • SRV Record: Defines the location of servers for specific services.