What is DNS propagation and why does it take so long?

What is DNS propagation and why does it take so long?

‘DNS propagation’ is a term used to describe the time frame after making any changes to your domain name. Such propagation will occur after any: Changes to your domain’s WHOIS information. WHOIS is a publicly available tool that searches the … Continued
How to add SRV record in cPanel

How to add SRV record in cPanel

You can add SRV record from your cPanel by following the steps below: 1. Login to your XonHost User Area 2. Click on My Accounts section 3. Select the option Go to cPanel then Proceed 4. Click oAdvanced DNS Zone Editor in the section Domains 5. Go … Continued
When I will be able to access my website via domain name?

When I will be able to access my website via domain name?

Every time a DNS record is changed there is a period of up to 72 hours propagation during which the information propagates throughout the servers. Once the DNS propagation is over, you should be able to access your site through your domain … Continued
How to change domain name WHOIS (name, address, etc.) details?

How to change domain name WHOIS (name, address, etc.) details?

The personal information (name, address, etc.) for any domain name owner is displayed by WHOIS services. XonHost strongly recommends that this information is kept up-to-date at all times. If your domain is registered by Xonhost you can update and edit … Continued
How do I manage my domain, which I got from you?

How do I manage my domain, which I got from you?

In order to manage your domain name information such as whois contact information and DNS servers you can: Login into your XonHost. Go to My Accounts section. You will notice all your domain names listed in the Domain Names section. Next to each domain … Continued
What are my DNS name servers?

What are my DNS name servers?

Name server is a server that handles queries regarding the location of a domain name’s various services such as website, emails and so on. It is also a part of the Domain Name System (DNS) which maintains a directory of domain names and … Continued
How to enable SPF for my domain

How to enable SPF for my domain

SPF stands for Sender Policy Framework. It is a TXT DNS record, which ensures mail servers will accept emails sent from your domain only if they are sent from a list of trusted servers you set up. This is important in fighting … Continued
How to point my website to XonHost

How to point my website to XonHost

There are two options to point your website to XonHost – you can use XonHost name servers with your domain, or you can just update the domain’s A record to point to your hosting account’s IP address. Both the IP … Continued