NetworkingBeginner12 min
How to Configure DNS for Your Domain
Step-by-step guide to setting up DNS records and pointing your domain to TakeHost servers
Introduction
DNS (Domain Name System) translates domain names into IP addresses. This guide will help you configure DNS records for your domain.
Step 1: Access Your Domain Registrar
Log in to your domain registrar's control panel where you purchased your domain.
Step 2: Create A Record
Add an A record pointing your domain to your server's IP address.
Type: A
Name: @
Value: your_server_ip
TTL: 3600Step 3: Add WWW Subdomain
Create a CNAME record for the www subdomain.
Type: CNAME
Name: www
Value: yourdomain.com
TTL: 3600Step 4: Configure Mail Records
If you're hosting email, add MX records for mail delivery.
Type: MX
Name: @
Value: mail.yourdomain.com
Priority: 10
TTL: 3600Step 5: Wait for DNS Propagation
DNS changes can take up to 48 hours to propagate globally, though it's usually much faster.
Conclusion
Your domain is now configured to point to your TakeHost server. You can verify DNS propagation using online tools like whatsmydns.net.
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