Understanding DNS Records
DNS (Domain Name System) translates domain names to IP addresses. Proper DNS setup is essential for your website and email to work.
Nameservers
Nameservers are servers that contain your domain's DNS records. To use CloudWeb hosting, you have two options:
Option 1: Use CloudWeb Nameservers (Recommended)
Set your domain's nameservers to CloudWeb nameservers. You'll find the exact addresses in the panel under your hosting. CloudWeb will then automatically create all necessary DNS records.
Option 2: Manual DNS Records
If you want to use DNS at your domain registrar, you must manually add records pointing to CloudWeb servers.
Automatic DNS Records
When you use CloudWeb nameservers, these records are automatically created:
- A record - Points domain to server IP address
- AAAA record - IPv6 version of A record (if available)
- MX record - For email service
- SPF record - Email sending authorization
- DKIM record - Email digital signature
- DMARC record - Email processing policy
DNS Record Types
| Type | Purpose | Example |
|---|---|---|
| A | Points domain to IPv4 address | @ → 1.2.3.4 |
| AAAA | Points domain to IPv6 address | @ → 2001:db8::1 |
| CNAME | Alias to another domain | www → @ |
| MX | Email server | @ → mail.server.com |
| TXT | Text records (SPF, DKIM, verification) | @ → v=spf1 ... |
Manual Pointing to CloudWeb
If using external DNS, add these records:
# A record - Server IP from panel
@ A SERVER_IP
# CNAME for www
www CNAME your-domain.comFind your server's IP address in the user panel in hosting details.
Propagation Time
DNS changes propagate gradually. It can take from a few minutes to 48 hours, depending on the TTL (Time To Live) of records.
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