How to Update A Records - DNS Management

What is an A Record?

An A Record assigns an address for your domain to a specific IP (www to 12.345.678.90). Domain owners typically use it to control which specific servers host a particular function associated with their online presence (website, email, etc.) Many other DNS records require an associated A Record in order to function properly. The usual A records to update when changing the IP address are the '@' and 'www' A records.

How To Update A Records?

1. Log in to your Account Manager.
2. Select Domains from the left-side menu.
   
3. Click the SETTINGS option for the domain name where you will be updating the A Records.
   
4. On the Domain information page, look for the Advanced Tools tile and click the dropdown button.
   
5. Click on MANAGE.
   
6. Optional: A dialogue box will appear reminding you that Advanced DNS updates should be done by advanced users only as it may affect your email and website.
   
7. Inside the A Records page, hit the three-dotted icon.
   
8. Click the Edit button.
   
9. Make the necessary changes, and once done, click EDIT.
   

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