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A Record

An A record is a [[dns|DNS]] record that maps a domain name directly to an IPv4 address. It is the most fundamental DNS record type and is required for any domain to be accessible via a web browser.

Example

An A record for example.com pointing to 93.184.216.34 tells browsers which server to contact when visiting that domain.

Referenced in Guides

Domain Basics

How DNS Works: The Internet's Phone Book

 Domain Basics

How to Register a Domain Name: Step-by-Step

 Domain Basics

Anatomy of a Domain: Subdomain, SLD, and TLD

 DNS Configuration

Setting Up DNS for Your Domain

 DNS Configuration

A Record vs CNAME: When to Use Each

 DNS Configuration

Pointing Your Domain to Web Hosting

 DNS Configuration

SRV Records Explained

 Email & Hosting Setup

Custom Email with Your Domain: Complete Setup Guide

 Email & Hosting Setup

MX Records Deep Dive: Email Routing Explained

 Email & Hosting Setup

Connecting Your Domain to Web Hosting

 Email & Hosting Setup

Domain and Hosting: Buy Together or Separately?

 Advanced DNS & Technical

Glue Records: When Your NS Lives in Your Zone