What is DNS?
DNS, the Domain Name System, translates domain names into the addresses of the servers that host them.
Definition
DNS records tell the internet where a domain's website and email live. Changes can take minutes to hours to spread.
Why it matters
Connecting a custom domain to a website builder means editing DNS records.
How to get it right
- Follow your host's exact record instructions.
- Change one record at a time.
- Allow time for changes to spread.
- Keep a note of the original records.
Mistakes to avoid
- Deleting email records by accident
- Conflicting records
- Panicking when changes are not instant
Related terms
- Domain nameA domain name is the address people type to reach a website, such as orlume.site.
- CDNA CDN, or content delivery network, serves a website's files from servers close to each visitor.
- SSL certificateAn SSL certificate lets a website load over HTTPS, encrypting traffic between visitors and the site.
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What is DNS?
DNS, the Domain Name System, translates domain names into the addresses of the servers that host them. DNS records tell the internet where a domain's website and email live. Changes can take minutes to hours to spread.
Why does DNS matter?
Connecting a custom domain to a website builder means editing DNS records.
How do you get dns right?
Follow your host's exact record instructions. Change one record at a time. Allow time for changes to spread. Keep a note of the original records.
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