DNS RECORD CHECKER TOOL

Check DNS records for any domain instantly. Verify A, CNAME, MX, TXT, NS, and SOA records.

How to Check DNS Records

1
Enter Domain Name

Type the domain name you want to check in the input field (e.g., example.com). Don't include http:// or www.

2
Select Record Type

Choose the DNS record type you want to check from the dropdown menu. Select "All Records" to check all record types at once.

3
Click Check DNS Records

Our tool will query the DNS servers and display the results instantly. This may take a few seconds.

4
Review Results

Examine the returned records. If no records are found, it may mean the domain doesn't have that type of record configured.

DNS Checker FAQs

What is a DNS record?

DNS records are instructions that live in authoritative DNS servers and provide information about a domain, including which IP address is associated with that domain and how to handle requests for that domain. They act like a phone book for the internet, directing traffic to the correct locations.

Why would I need to check DNS records?

Checking DNS records is essential for troubleshooting website issues, verifying domain configurations, setting up email services, migrating websites, or ensuring security settings like SPF and DKIM are properly configured. It helps identify misconfigurations that might be causing service disruptions.

How often are DNS records updated?

DNS changes typically take anywhere from a few minutes to 48 hours to propagate globally, depending on the TTL (Time To Live) value set in the SOA record. Most DNS providers update records within 1-4 hours, but some ISPs may cache records longer.

What's the difference between A and CNAME records?

An A record maps a domain name directly to an IP address (e.g., example.com → 192.0.2.1). A CNAME record maps a domain name to another domain name (e.g., www.example.com → example.com). CNAME records are aliases that point to another domain's A record rather than an IP address.

Why are my DNS changes not showing up?

There are several possible reasons: 1) DNS propagation delay (wait longer), 2) Cached records (clear your DNS cache or use a different network), 3) Incorrect record configuration (double-check your settings), 4) TTL values set too high (lower TTL before making changes). Our tool shows current live records from authoritative servers.

What is an SOA record?

The Start of Authority (SOA) record contains administrative information about a DNS zone, including the primary nameserver, the email of the domain administrator, the domain serial number, and several timers relating to refreshing the zone. It's essential for DNS zone transfers and replication between nameservers.