Table of Contents
- 1 How do I setup a subdomain DNS?
- 2 Do subdomains have DNS records?
- 3 What is subdomain in DNS settings?
- 4 What are subdomains in DNS?
- 5 What is DNS AAAA record?
- 6 What is A Record and Cname in DNS?
- 7 What are the different types of records used in DNS?
- 8 Do I need NS records to host a subdomain?
- 9 Do I need a DNS server for a sub-domain?
How do I setup a subdomain DNS?
How do I create DNS records for subdomains from DNS management?
- Login to your Client Area account, and click on Domains > My Domains.
- Click on the domain you want to add subdomains to.
- Click on Add Record.
- Enter your subdomain name in the Record field.
- From the Type menu, choose A record.
Do subdomains have DNS records?
A subdomain is a DNS record for a hostname that belongs to your domain. To add a subdomain, just use our DNS record editor and create the DNS record corresponding to the subdomain.
Should I use Cname or a record for subdomain?
A common use for CNAMEs is to map a subdomain to a host under someone else’s control. In the case of “A” record if they change the IP address you don’t need to change your DNS entry.
What is subdomain in DNS settings?
In the Domain Name System (DNS) hierarchy, a subdomain is a domain that is a part of another (main) domain. For example, if a domain offered an online store as part of their website example.com , it might use the subdomain shop.example.com .
What are subdomains in DNS?
Do subdomains need NS records?
An NS record is used to point a subdomain to a set of name servers. They should only be used for subdomains and not the main domain. If you wish to point the (main) domain to a set of nameservers, please refer to this guide instead.
What is DNS AAAA record?
An AAAA Record (quad A Record) is another type of DNS Record that points a domain or subdomain to an IPv6 address, so that when someone types that domain or subdomain in the address bar, the browser knows where to go.
What is A Record and Cname in DNS?
A Canonical Name or CNAME record is a type of DNS record that maps an alias name to a true or canonical domain name. CNAME records are typically used to map a subdomain such as www or mail to the domain hosting that subdomain’s content. See below to learn more and add CNAME records now.
What a records are required for DNS?
A and AAAA Records The most common DNS record used, the A record simply points a domain to an IPv4 address, such as 11.22. 33.44. To set up an A record on your domain all you’ll need is an IP address to point it to. A blank record (sometimes seen as the ‘@’ record) points your main domain to a server.
What are the different types of records used in DNS?
There are several different types of records, but the most commonly used ones are: A – Used to link a domain or subdomain to an IPv4 address. AAAA – Used to link a domain or subdomain to an IPv6 address.
Do I need NS records to host a subdomain?
It depends on whether you want to delegate hosting the subdomain off to a different DNS server (or to the same server, but in a different zone file). You delegate a zone when you want some other entity to control it, such as a different IT department or organization. If you do, then you need NS records. If not, A or CNAME records will suffice.
Can I host my subdomain on a different web host?
For you to host your subdomain on a different web host or hosting server, you have to point you’re a Records for the subdomain to point to your new IP server. If you want to point your domain’s DNS records (pointing A records) to your server IP address, you could easily find your IP address from the cPanel.
Do I need a DNS server for a sub-domain?
And you need to provide a pair of DNS name servers for your sub-domain. They need to serve the following records: RFC1034 contains a good description of how sub-domains are configured. The answer is, either will work. Which is preferred should be advised upon by your web host.