How do I manage my DNS on cPanel?

What is DNS and what are zone records?

DNS stands for Domain Name System and is like a phone book that tells visitors where to find what they're looking for like your website or emails. Zone records, comprising A, MX, CNAME, TXT, and other types, establish the link between your domain and its online services. For instance, the A record connects your domain to your website, while the MX record connects your domain and emails. Zone records are essential for the proper functioning of the associated online services.

Manage zone records in cPanel

You can add, edit, and delete zone records in cPanel.

1. Log in to cPanel

You can log in to cPanel in your Melbourne IT account by clicking Manage on the Overview page and then under Logins click cPanel Login

1. Under Domains click Zone Editor

1. Next to the domain click Manage

1. You can now Edit, Delete or Add zone records

Add a zone record in cPanel

1. Click + Add Record

1. Under Type, click the drop-down menu and select the record you want to add

1. Under Name, enter the Valid Zone Name
2. Under Record, enter the record (this will be different depending on the type of zone record you have selected)

1. Click Save Record