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title: "Domain Name System DNS"
source: "https://docs.nexcess.com/learn/domain-management/domain-name-system-dns/"
description: "Includes How to Create Custom (Private) Nameservers at Nexcess, Email Authentication — How to Check SPF Records and DKIM Records, How to create and edit DNS Zones in the Nexcess Client Portal, Adding a pointer domain for the primary domain name and WHM Tutorial: DNS Tools and Functions. 56 articles."
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parent: "Domain Management"
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# Domain Name System DNS

Includes How to Create Custom (Private) Nameservers at Nexcess, Email Authentication — How to Check SPF Records and DKIM Records, How to create and edit DNS Zones in the Nexcess Client Portal, Adding a pointer domain for the primary domain name and WHM Tutorial: DNS Tools and Functions. 56 articles.

## Articles

- [How to Create Custom (Private) Nameservers at Nexcess](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/domains-dns/custom-private-nameservers-at-nexcess.md): Learn how to create custom (private) nameservers at Nexcess for your domain. This guide shows you how to register them through the OpenSRS portal.
- [Email Authentication — How to Check SPF Records and DKIM Records](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/email/spam/check-spf-records.md): Knowing the configuration options used to check SPF records and DKIM records is important for setting up email authentication. Let's review them in the context…
- [How to create and edit DNS Zones in the Nexcess Client Portal](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/domains-dns/dns-zones.md): Learn how to create and edit DNS Zones in the Nexcess Client Portal. We will also give a brief overview of how DNS works, and the DNS records you will frequentl…
- [Adding a pointer domain for the primary domain name](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/managed-magento/store-management/pointer-domains.md): A pointer domain — or a parked domain — allows you to have multiple domain names display the content of your site. Let's review pointer domains and adding them…
- [WHM Tutorial: DNS Tools and Functions](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/whm/whm-tutorial-dns-functions-and-tools.md): The WebHost Manager's (WHM's) interface very useful when it comes to updating, creating, or removing DNS zone files for your domains.
- [Adding a Sender Policy Framework (SPF) Record](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/email/spam/adding-a-sender-policy-framework-spf-record.md): SPF records list authorized email servers for your domain, preventing email spoofing by spammers who mimic your server to deceive recipients and evade spam filt…
- [How to edit or add a CNAME DNS record to go live with your site](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/domains-dns/launching-a-website.md): In order for your site to go live on your plan, you will need to first either use the Nexcess nameservers (DNS entries) or you will need to edit the CNAME recor…
- [Premium Business Email DNS Records](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/email/premium-business-email/premium-business-email-dns-records.md): Updating your DNS records to start using Premium Business Email
- [Managing DNS Records](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/stellarsites/managing-dns-records.md): Once you've connected a custom domain to StellarSites, the DNS Manager becomes available directly within your StellarSites dashboard. This area provides an easy…
- [OpenSRS Login: Nexcess Registered OpenSRS Domains](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/domains-dns/opensrs-login.md): Using the credentials in your Welcome Email and the OpenSRS Login > OpenSRS Control Panel, you can easily manage domains that are registered with Nexcess.
- [How to Repair the DNS DCV Error in cPanel](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/whm/cpanel/website-management/how-to-repair-the-dns-dcv-error-in-cpanel.md): In this article, we will focus on solving one of the specific issues seen when using Cloudflare and AutoSSL together on a cPanel/WHM server. Let's review how to…
- [Using ALIAS DNS Records For Domains in Cloud Sites](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/cloud-sites/website-management/using-alias-dns-records-for-domains-in-cloud-sites.md): Cloud Sites now uses Alias DNS record types to manage DNS for hosted websites. This article includes directions for using Alias DNS records in the Cloud Sites e…
- [Manage DNS in Cloud Sites](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/cloud-sites/website-management/manage-dns-in-cloud-sites.md): Managing DNS records is a critical part of web hosting. The process for Cloud Sites is somewhat different due to Alias DNS record implementation.
- [How to set up DMARC for your domain](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/email/spam/how-to-set-up-dmarc-for-your-domain.md): Learn how to set up DMARC, DKIM, and SPF to ensure that your outgoing email can authenticated and not be spoofed, taking an active role in protecting your onlin…
- [How to configure custom nameservers in Nodeworx](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/control-panel/interworx/nodeworx/custom-nameservers.md): Easily create custom nameservers in InterWorx. This guide walks you through setting up nameservers and creating the required A records in NodeWorx.
- [How to enable SPF records](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/control-panel/interworx/siteworx/email-management/spf-records.md): How to use SiteWorx to modify or create an SPF record.
- [How to configure DNS records in SiteWorx](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/control-panel/interworx/siteworx/website-management/dns-records.md): Use SiteWorx to add, edit, and delete DNS records.
- [Managing DNS records in Interworx](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/interworx/siteworx/website-management/managing-dns-records-in-interworx.md): Manage DNS in InterWorx by viewing, editing, or adding records via NodeWorx under DNS Zones using icons and forms.
- [How to enable DKIM](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/control-panel/interworx/siteworx/website-management/enable-dkim.md): Learn about DomainKeys (DKIM) and how Nexcess reseller clients can enable them.
- [Enable DKIM in Plesk](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/plesk/email-management/enable-dkim-in-plesk-onyx.md): DomainKeys Identified Mail (DKIM) adds encrypted signatures to emails, enhancing security by preventing spoofing and verifying messages' origins.
- [Editing DNS Zone Files in WHM/cPanel](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/whm/editing-dns-zone-files-in-whm-cpanel.md): Need to edit your DNS zone but don't know how or where? Follow our straightforward How To tutorial covering setting up custom name servers and as well as how to…
- [Enabling advanced zone editor features in cPanel](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/whm/cpanel/website-management/enabling-advanced-zone-editor-features-in-cpanel.md): Learn to enable AAAA, CAA, DMARC, SRV, & TXT DNS records in cPanel by modifying a package's feature list in WHM's Feature Manager for advanced DNS control.
- [Setting Up Custom (Private) Nameservers in WHM](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/whm/setting-up-custom-private-nameservers-in-whm.md): This article shows how to setup custom (private) nameservers in WHM.
- [Enabling DKIM for Premium Business Email](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/email/premium-business-email/enabling-dkim-for-premium-business-email.md): DKIM (DomainKeys Identified Mail) adds encrypted digital signatures to emails, preventing spoofing and enhancing email security by verifying the sender's authen…
- [What Is the Sender Policy Framework (SPF)?](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/email/spam/what-is-the-sender-policy-framework-spf.md): Sender Policy Framework (SPF) validates emails to prevent spam by minimizing address spoofing, enhancing email filtering for providers like Yahoo and Google.
- [Enabling DMARC](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/email/spam/enabling-dmarc.md): DMARC (Domain-Based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance) DNS record enhances email security by enforcing DKIM and SPF checks, specifying actions…
- [Fixing Firefox Bypassing Hosts File](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/domains-and-dns/dns-management/fixing-firefox-bypassing-hosts-file.md): Editing the Hosts File for site testing is common. Yet, recent Firefox updates may render it less effective, causing confusion during testing.
- [DNS Hosting – NameServers](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/domains-and-dns/dns-management/dns-hosting-name-servers.md): Your domain's designated NameServers (NS) serve DNS records that guide visitors directly to your server when they enter your domain name into a browser so it is…
- [Disable DNS Zone Transfers](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/domains-and-dns/dns-management/disable-dns-zone-transfers.md): DNS zone transfers aid in managing redundant DNS servers, but if your LiquidWeb server isn't a DNS server, they pose a security risk. Best practice is to disabl…
- [Configuring DNS for your OpenStack Server](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/domains-and-dns/dns-management/configuring-dns-for-your-openstack-server.md): Because your OpenStack Server infrastructure utilizes a Load Balancer, DNS for your domain should point to the Load Balancer’s IP address. When you are ready fo…
- [What Is a DNS Zone? Guide to Decoding DNS Zone Types](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/domains-and-dns/dns-management/what-is-a-dns-zone.md): Use this guide to discover DNS zones and files, the different zones and record types, and how to set up a DNS Zone.
- [What are the Liquid Web Name Servers?](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/domains-and-dns/dns-management/liquid-web-name-servers.md): When you host at Liquid Web you can use our DNS servers to manage all of your domains, including any domains purchased through other registrars!
- [Using ALIAS DNS Record Types](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/domains-and-dns/dns-management/using-alias-dns-record-types.md): An `ALIAS` record, unlike an `A` record, can help protect your site from DDoS attacks. Learn how to create one in your Liquid Web account.
- [How to configure DNS records in the Client Portal](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/domains-dns/configure-dns-records.md): Learn how to add and manage DNS records in the Nexcess Client Portal. This guide covers adding A, CNAME, MX, and SPF records for your domain.
- [How to point your domain name to Nexcess DNS services](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/domains-dns/set-your-domains-dns.md): Learn how to point your domain from OpenSRS to Nexcess by unlocking your domain, changing the nameservers, and re-locking the domain.
- [Sites & Stores Domain and DNS Management](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/domains-dns.md): Manage domains and DNS from the portal. Learn to edit DNS records (A, MX, CNAME), update your site's primary domain, and enable SSL certificates.
- [How to Manage DNS Records for Your Domain](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/stellarsites/how-to-manage-dns-records-for-your-domain.md): Once you’ve purchased a domain through StellarSites, you can manage your DNS records directly within your account. This is essential for tasks such as: Connecti…
- [Domains and DNS](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/domains-and-dns.md): Control your online identity. Learn to manage domains, edit DNS records (A, CNAME, MX), and point your site to your server with our guides.
- [Setting Up Reverse DNS (rDNS)](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/domains-and-dns/dns-management/setting-up-reverse-dns-rdns.md): DNS records link URLs to IP addresses, ensuring correct site visibility. This article focuses on reverse DNS (rDNS), crucial for email sending. Without rDNS, em…
- [Managing Your DNS](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/domains-and-dns/dns-management/managing-your-dns.md): DNS connects domain names to IPs. You can manage records through Liquid Web, control panels, or external hosts.
- [Adding and Editing DNS Records](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/domains-and-dns/dns-management/adding-and-editing-dns-records.md): This article explains how to add and edit DNS records in your Liquid Web account.
- [DNS tools](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/domains-and-dns/dns-management/dns-tools.md): Troubleshooting DNS? We've compiled a list of recommended tools to help you check DNS records, diagnose issues, and speed up problem-solving.
- [Troubleshooting: DNS Failing To Propagate](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/domains-and-dns/dns-management/troubleshooting-dns-failing-to-propagate.md): Having trouble with DNS propagation? We'll show you common reasons why your records fail to update and provide tools to help you troubleshoot.
- [How to preview a website before DNS update is complete](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/portal/domains-and-dns/preview-a-domain-without-dns.md): How to preview and test your website after migration without waiting for DNS propagation, which can take several days.
- [What Are DNS Records?](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/domains-and-dns/dns-management/what-are-dns-records.md): To ensure your URL directs to the correct IP address, define your site's DNS records, including the fundamental link between the domain and IP. Additional recor…
- [What Is the Domain Name System (DNS)?](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/domains-and-dns/dns-management/what-is-the-domain-name-system-dns.md): The Domain Name System (DNS) simplifies website access by converting user-friendly URLs into numerical IP addresses.
- [Disabling Recursive DNS in BIND](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/security/disabling-recursive-dns-in-bind.md): Disabling recursive DNS requests is crucial to prevent amplification attacks.
- [Managing DNS records in Plesk](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/plesk/website-management/managing-dns-records-in-plesk.md): Guide to manage DNS in Plesk: edit, add, or remove records, then update to apply changes for your domain.
- [DNS Management](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/domains-and-dns/dns-management.md): Your hub for DNS control. Learn to point your domain and manage A, CNAME, MX, and TXT records to direct your site's traffic effectively.
- [Verify DNS Propagation](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/portal/domains-and-dns/verify-dns-propagation.md): Check if your DNS updates are live. Use our free DNS checker tool to verify propagation status globally and troubleshoot domain connection issues.
- [Editing Your DNS Hosts File](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/domains-and-dns/dns-management/editing-your-dns-hosts-file.md): Use your computer's hosts file to test a site on a new server before updating the DNS. This ensures everything works correctly before going live.
- [Understanding Glue Records](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/domains-and-dns/dns-management/understanding-glue-records.md): A Glue Record links an IP to a static cache, ensuring consistent site access without DNS lookups, and is typically used for nameservers, held by the registrar.
- [DNS Tool – Dig](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/domains-and-dns/dns-management/dns-tool-dig.md): Learn to use the `dig` command to query DNS servers. Understand its output, common queries like A, MX, NS, and advanced options like +trace.
- [Using the whois command](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/domains-and-dns/dns-management/using-the-whois-command.md): Use the whois tool to check domain ownership, registration, and name servers—great for DNS troubleshooting at Liquid Web.
- [DNSSEC](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/domains-and-dns/dns-management/dnssec.md): DNSSEC uses public-key cryptography to sign DNS records with private keys and verify them with public keys, ensuring DNS data integrity and authenticity.
- [Flushing Your Local DNS Cache](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/domains-and-dns/dns-management/flushing-your-local-dns-cache.md): Clear outdated DNS data. Flush your local DNS cache on Windows, macOS, and Linux to fix connection errors and see site updates instantly.