Setting up DNS records (A, CNAME, TXT)

DNS (Domain Name System) translates a complex numerical IP address (e.g., 185.123.45.6) into an easily memorable address (e.g., hexado.pro). If you purchase a domain, you must configure DNS records so the system knows where to direct people.

Accessing DNS settings

In the Hexado Dashboard, click on your Domains and select the Manage DNS option.

Most common DNS records

A Record

This is the most common type of record. It points your domain to a specific IP address (IPv4). It is used to connect your main website and VPS.

• Name/Host: @ (if you want to point the main domain yoursite.com) or 'panel' (if you want to point a subdomain panel.yoursite.com)
• Type: A
• Value/Target: Enter the server's IP address (e.g., 185.20.10.5)
• TTL: Auto or 3600

CNAME Record (Alias)

A CNAME doesn't point to an IP address, but to another domain. It is commonly used to point the 'www' variant to the one without 'www'.

• Name/Host: www
• Type: CNAME
• Value/Target: yoursite.com (or @)

TXT Record

This record doesn't affect user routing but serves as information for other services. It's used for email security (SPF and DKIM records) and to verify domain ownership (e.g., Google Search Console or Cloudflare).