DNS records contain essential information that connects users to your website and email addresses. They help verify domain ownership and enhance website security. Here's how to manage DNS records:

Prerequisites for DNS Record Management:

• Must have a Squarespace-managed domain OR
• Domain connected via Nameserver Connect
• For domains using DNS Connect, modify DNS settings through your third-party provider

Adding DNS Records:

1. Access DNS Settings:

• Open domain names control panel
• Select your domain name
• Click DNS Settings

2. Available DNS Record Types:

• A and AAAA (Address records)
• ALIAS and CNAME (Domain aliases)
• DKIM and SPF (Email authentication)
• DMARC (Email security)
• MX (Mail exchange)
• SRV (Service records)
• CAA (Certificate authority)
• DS and DNSKEY (DNSSEC)
• HTTPS, PTR, SSHFP, TLSA
• NS (Nameserver records)
• TXT (Text records)

3. Customizing TTL (Time To Live):

• Default: 4 hours
• Custom values: Enter in seconds
• Maximum value: 2147483648 seconds

Deleting DNS Records:

1. Navigate to DNS Settings
2. Scroll to Custom Records
3. Hover over record
4. Click red trash can icon
5. Click Save
6. Allow 24-72 hours for changes to propagate

Common Uses for DNS Records:

• Domain redirections
• Third-party email setup
• Domain connection fixes
• Service verification (Google, Salesforce)

Remember: DNS changes may take up to 72 hours to fully propagate across the internet. Always verify settings before deleting any records.

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