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How to Setup A Records

Updated: November 27, 2023


  A DNS (Domain Name System) name server stores DNS records for a domain name. There are many types of DNS records, but some of the most common are TXT Records,CNAME Records and A Records.


In this guide, we will show you how to create A Records.




Step 1

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Cpanel Login Screen

Log into your cPanel Account.





Step 2

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cPanel Zone Editor

Navigate to Domains section and click on the Zone Editor icon.






Step 3

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cPanel A Record

Click on the A RECORD button and a prompt dialog will appear.






Step 4

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cpanel Add Record Prompt

Once the prompt dialog appears, enter the name and the IP address that you want your domain name
to point to. Click Add An A Record" button.






Thats it! You have now successfully added an A Record to your domain name.