DNS (Domain Name System) is like the internet's phone book. It translates your domain name (like yourbusiness.com) into the IP address that computers use to find your website. Understanding the basics can help you make informed decisions about your site.

Common DNS terms explained

Domain Name
Your website's address (e.g., yourbusiness.com)
Nameservers
Tell the internet where to find your DNS records
A Record
Points your domain to a specific IP address (your hosting server)
CNAME Record
Points one domain to another (like www to your main domain)
MX Record
Directs email to your email provider
TXT Record
Verifies domain ownership and email security settings

Where to manage your domain

Your domain is managed at your domain registrar—the company where you purchased it. Common registrars include:

  • GoDaddy
  • Namecheap
  • Squarespace
  • Cloudflare

What we handle for you

As part of our service, we manage:

  • Website DNS: A records and CNAME records pointing to your hosting
  • SSL certificates: Ensuring your site loads securely with HTTPS
  • Email DNS: MX and TXT records for custom email upon request

DNS propagation

When DNS records are changed, it can take 1-48 hours for the changes to spread across the internet. This is called propagation. During this time, some visitors might see your old site while others see the new one. This is normal and temporary.

Important: Never change DNS settings without understanding what they do. Incorrect changes can take your website or email offline. Always contact us before making DNS changes yourself.
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