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Understanding DNS Records (A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT)

Domains, DNS & SSL
Created 2025-12-18 16:13:42
Updated 2025-12-25 12:10:25
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Overview

DNS records control how your domain connects to websites, email, and external services.

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Common DNS record types

  • A Record – Points a domain to an IPv4 address

  • AAAA Record – Points a domain to an IPv6 address

  • CNAME – Alias to another domain

  • MX Record – Controls email routing

  • TXT Record – Used for verification (SPF, DKIM, DMARC)

Where to manage DNS

  1. Open Eclipse Web Portal

  2. Select DNS Management

  3. Choose your domain