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How do I modify my nameservers?

How to Modify Your DNS Records

Definition of an A Record

What are the commonly used DNS entries?

Definition of a CNAME

How to modify name servers with bought domain through HostGator.

I would like to change my MX Record so I can use a mail server with another provider.

Can I make subdomains for my addon domains on the account?

How do I Change My DNS?

Definition of a TXT Record

How to manage CloudFlare on your HostGator account.

Once I Register a Domain, How Long Does it Take to Become Active?

Definition of an MX Entry

A definition of AAAA Records

You need two things to have a successful website and professional email: a domain registration and a hosting account.

Definition of an SRV Record

Do you support wildcard subdomains or wildcard DNS entries?

How do I flush my DNS cache?

Any time DNS is updated, it can take up to 48 hours for those changes to take effect. This period of time is called propagation, and it applies to any and all DNS updates. This article will explain what propagation is and why it's important.

The hosts file is a plain text file that allows you to set IP Addresses for a domain on your computer. This may override authoritative DNS.