DNS Records Lookup
Instantly fetch and inspect authoritative DNS records for any domain name worldwide. Resolves A, AAAA, MX (Mail Exchange), TXT, CNAME, NS (Nameservers), SOA, and CAA records directly via Google Public DNS.
Understanding DNS Records & Why They Matter
The Domain Name System (DNS) acts as the phonebook of the Internet. Whenever someone types your domain into a browser or sends you an email, DNS servers translate that human-friendly name into machine-readable IP addresses and routing instructions.
A & AAAA Records
A records map your domain to an IPv4 address (e.g. 172.67.142.1). AAAA records point your domain to the newer 128-bit IPv6 protocol.
MX Records (Mail)
Mail Exchange records tell email services (like Gmail or Outlook) which server receives incoming mail for your domain, along with priority routing tiers.
TXT Records & SPF/DMARC
TXT records hold arbitrary text used for domain verification (Google Search Console) and anti-phishing protection (SPF, DKIM, and DMARC policies).
Frequently Asked Questions
How does this DNS lookup tool work?
Our tool connects directly to Google Public DNS over HTTPS (DoH) API endpoints. It queries authoritative nameservers in real time without utilizing outdated local DNS caches, ensuring you see live global propagation status.
What is DNS TTL (Time To Live)?
TTL specifies the number of seconds a recursive DNS resolver or web browser is allowed to cache a record before querying the authoritative nameserver again for fresh updates. Common values range from 300 seconds (5 minutes) to 86400 seconds (24 hours).
Why does my domain need SPF and DMARC TXT records?
SPF and DMARC prevent spammers from spoofing your domain name in phishing attacks. Major email providers like Google, Yahoo, and Microsoft now require valid SPF and DMARC records to prevent your outgoing emails from going directly into spam folders.