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    Perform DNS Lookups for Domain Analysis

    Query DNS records to troubleshoot domains, verify configurations, and understand domain setup.

    December 28, 20255 min read

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    Understanding DNS


    DNS (Domain Name System) translates domain names to IP addresses. It's the phonebook of the internet.


    DNS Record Types


    A Record

  1. Maps domain to IPv4 address
  2. Most basic record type
  3. Example: example.com → 93.184.216.34

    4. AAAA Record

  4. Maps domain to IPv6 address
  5. Growing in importance
  6. Longer address format

    7. CNAME Record

  7. Alias for another domain
  8. Points to canonical name
  9. Used for subdomains

    10. MX Record

  10. Mail server configuration
  11. Priority for multiple servers
  12. Essential for email

    13. TXT Record

  13. Text information
  14. SPF, DKIM, DMARC
  15. Domain verification

    16. NS Record

  16. Nameserver information
  17. DNS authority
  18. Delegation records

    19. Using DNS Lookup


    Step 1: Enter Domain

    Type the domain you want to query.


    Step 2: Select Record Type

    Choose which DNS record to look up.


    Step 3: View Results

    See the DNS records and values.


    Troubleshooting with DNS


    Website Not Loading

  19. Check A record points to correct IP
  20. Verify nameservers are set
  21. Check propagation status

    22. Email Not Working

  22. Verify MX records
  23. Check SPF/DKIM records
  24. Confirm domain verification

    25. SSL Issues

  25. Check CAA records
  26. Verify domain ownership
  27. Check CNAME for CDNs

    28. DNS Propagation


    Changes take time to spread:

  28. Can take up to 48 hours
  29. Check from multiple locations
  30. Clear local DNS cache

    31. Query DNS records for troubleshooting and analysis!


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