Adding DNS records in cPanel allows you to manage how your domain resolves to different services and servers.
Accessing cPanel:
Log in to your cPanel account using your credentials. Typically access via yourdomain.com/cpanel in your browser.
Adding DNS Records:
1. Locate Domains Section: Find "Domains", "Zone Editor" or "Advanced Zone Editor" in cPanel dashboard
2. Access DNS Records: Click the appropriate link to manage DNS records
3. Select Your Domain: Choose the domain if you have multiple domains
4. Add Record: Click "Add a Record" or "Add DNS Record" button
5. Select Record Type: Choose DNS record type (A, CNAME, MX, TXT, etc.)
6. Configure Record Details:
- For A record: Specify name (e.g., "www") and IPv4 address
- For CNAME: Specify name (e.g., "mail") and canonical name
- Include TTL (Time to Live) and data value
7. Save Record: Click "Add Record" or "Save" to add the DNS record
8. Verify: Use online tools or command-line utilities to confirm the DNS record was added correctly
Important Notes:
- DNS record types and purposes vary, so understand your domain and hosting requirements
- TTL represents duration for DNS information cache. Lower TTL = faster updates but increased server load
- Changes may take time to propagate across DNS servers
This process is essential for routing emails, directing traffic, and managing various domain services.
