DNS Lookup tool
Whether you are launching a new website, migrating to a new hosting provider, or troubleshooting your business email, having correct DNS (Domain Name System) records is critical. Our free DNS Lookup tool allows you to instantly check the public routing records and registrar information for any domain.
Simply enter a website address below to verify where it is registered, where the website is hosted, and how its email is being routed.
Understanding Your DNS Results
If you are updating your website or fixing email delivery issues, your IT team or hosting provider will often ask you to check specific records. Here is a quick cheat sheet on what each record does:
What Do These DNS Records Mean?
Registrar Information
This shows the company where the domain name was officially purchased (e.g., GoDaddy, Namecheap, Google Domains) and when it was registered.
A Records (IPv4)
The core of your website. This tells the internet exactly which server IP address your website files live on.
MX Records (Mail Exchange)
This controls your business email. It routes incoming emails to your provider, such as Google Workspace or Microsoft 365.
TXT Records (Text)
Commonly used for domain verification and email security (like SPF, DKIM, and DMARC). If your emails are going to your clients' spam folders, you usually need to update your TXT records.
NS Records (Nameservers)
These act as the "directory" for your domain, telling the internet which provider is currently managing all of your DNS settings (often Cloudflare or your web host).
CNAME (Canonical Name)
Used to alias one name to another, often used for subdomains like shop.yourwebsite.com or www.yourwebsite.com.
Why Use Our DNS Lookup Tool?
Troubleshoot Email Issues
Verify that your MX and TXT records have updated correctly across the globe so your business emails don't bounce.
Verify Migrations
If you just moved your website to a new server, use this tool to confirm your A records are pointing to the new IP address.
Competitor Research
Instantly find out where a competitor purchased their domain or what email service provider they use.
100% Free & Private
No accounts, no paywalls, and no saved search histories. Just fast, accurate network data.
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