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title: "How to Manage DNS Records for Your Domain"
source: "https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/stellarsites/how-to-manage-dns-records-for-your-domain/"
description: "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…"
vertical: "Sites & Stores"
date: "2026-01-19"
last_modified: "2026-07-23"
---

# How to Manage DNS Records for Your Domain

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:

- Connecting your mail server (Zoho Mail, Google Workspace, Outlook)
- Creating TXT verification records
- Adding CNAME records for services
- Managing additional email service records (DKIM, DMARC, SPF, etc.)

## How to Access DNS Zone Records

1. Log in to your StellarSites account
2. Navigate to **Sites**, then select your site
3. Go to **Domains** **> DNS Manager**

## Types of DNS Records You Can Manage

**A Records**  
Points a domain to an IP address. Primary domain A records are automatically configured for you.

**CNAME Records**  
Used to point subdomains (like shop.yoursite.com) to other services.

**MX Records**  
Required for email services (Zoho, Google Workspace, etc.).

**TXT Records**  
Commonly used for domain verification (e.g., Google Search Console).

**SRV and Other Records**  
Some advanced DNS records may not be supported in MVP. Features may expand over time.

## Adding a New DNS Record

1. Click **Add Record**
2. Select the type (A, CNAME, MX, etc.)
3. Enter the host, value, priority (if needed), and TTL
4. Save your changes

## Editing or Deleting a DNS Record

1. Click the **Edit** icon to modify any value
2. Click **Delete** to remove a record
3. The system will update your DNS configuration

**Note**: Be careful when editing DNS records — incorrect values can disrupt your site or email services.

## DNS Propagation Time

Changes may take **up to 24 hours** to reach all DNS servers, although most changes will take effect sooner.