DNS Management
Accessing DNS Settings
- Go to Domains in your dashboard
- Click on your domain
- Select DNS Management
Common Record Types
| Type | Purpose | Example |
|------|---------|---------|
| A | Points domain to an IP address | @ → 192.168.1.1 |
| CNAME | Alias for another domain | www → yourdomain.com |
| MX | Mail server routing | @ → mail.yourdomain.com |
| TXT | Verification and policies | SPF, DKIM, DMARC records |
| NS | Nameserver delegation | ns1.ardisio.com |
Adding a Record
- Click Add Record
- Select the record type
- Enter the hostname (use
@for root domain) - Enter the value (IP address, domain, or text)
- Set TTL (3600 seconds is standard)
- Click Save
Propagation
DNS changes typically propagate within 1-4 hours, though it can take up to 48 hours globally. During propagation, some visitors may see the old configuration.