Add a new dns record website

To add a new DNS record for a website, you'll need to follow these steps:

Step 1: Log in to your DNS provider

You'll need to log in to your DNS provider's control panel. If you're using a registrar like GoDaddy or Namecheap, you can usually find the DNS settings in the domain management section. If you're using a cloud DNS provider like Cloudflare or AWS Route 53, you can log in to their respective control panels.

Step 2: Find the DNS records section

Once you're logged in, look for the section that allows you to manage your DNS records. This is usually labeled as "DNS Management," "Domain Settings," or "DNS Records."

Step 3: Create a new DNS record

Click on the "Add Record" or "Create Record" button to create a new DNS record. You'll be prompted to enter the following information:

• Record type: Choose the type of record you want to create. Common types include:
  • A (Address) record: maps a domain name to an IP address
  • CNAME (Canonical Name) record: maps an alias to a canonical name
  • MX (Mail Exchanger) record: specifies the mail server for a domain
  • TXT (Text) record: used for various purposes, such as SPF or DKIM
• Host name: Enter the subdomain or domain name you want to create the record for (e.g., "www" or "example.com")
• IP address: Enter the IP address you want to associate with the domain name (e.g., "192.0.2.1")
• TTL (Time To Live): Set the time-to-live value for the record (e.g., 3600 seconds or 1 hour)

Step 4: Save the new DNS record

Once you've entered the required information, click the "Save" or "Add" button to create the new DNS record.

Example: Adding an A record for a website

Let's say you want to add an A record for a website at example.com with an IP address of 192.0.2.1. Here's what the record would look like:

• Record type: A (Address)
• Host name: example.com
• IP address: 192.0.2.1
• TTL: 3600 seconds (1 hour)

After saving the record, it may take some time for the changes to propagate globally. You can use tools like DNS Checker or WhatsMyDNS.net to verify that the record has been updated.

That's it! You've successfully added a new DNS record for your website.