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DNS Lookup

Look up DNS records for any domain. Check A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT, NS, and other DNS records with detailed information

DNS Record Types

Quick Examples:

What is DNS Lookup?

DNS (Domain Name System) lookup is the process of querying DNS servers to retrieve information about domain names and their associated records. It translates human-readable domain names into IP addresses and provides various types of DNS records that control how domains function. Our DNS lookup tool allows you to query multiple record types and get detailed information about any domain's DNS configuration.

DNS Record Types

  • A Record: Maps domain names to IPv4 addresses
  • AAAA Record: Maps domain names to IPv6 addresses
  • CNAME Record: Creates aliases for domain names
  • MX Record: Specifies mail servers for the domain
  • TXT Record: Stores text information and verification data
  • NS Record: Specifies authoritative name servers
  • SOA Record: Contains administrative information about the zone
  • PTR Record: Maps IP addresses to domain names (reverse DNS)

Common Use Cases

  • Website troubleshooting and debugging
  • Email server configuration verification
  • Domain migration and DNS changes
  • Security analysis and monitoring
  • Network administration and management
  • Domain verification and validation

DNS Lookup Benefits

  • Quick domain information retrieval
  • Multiple record type support
  • Real-time DNS data access
  • Network troubleshooting assistance
  • Domain configuration verification
  • Security and monitoring insights

Frequently Asked Questions:

What does TTL mean in DNS records?

TTL stands for 'Time To Live'. It's a value in a DNS record that tells DNS resolvers how long to cache (store) the record before querying the authoritative name server again. A lower TTL means changes propagate faster.

How can I use this tool to troubleshoot email problems?

You can check the MX (Mail Exchange) records for your domain. These records tell mail servers where to deliver your email. If they are missing or incorrect, you will have problems receiving email. You can also check TXT records for SPF, DKIM, and DMARC settings, which are important for email authentication.