Query DNS records of domain names and view detailed results.
A Record
IPv4 address mapping
AAAA Record
IPv6 address mapping
MX Record
Mail server record
NS Record
Authoritative DNS servers
TXT Record
Text-based verification records
CNAME Record
Alias record
SOA Record
Start of authority record
DNS Lookup is the process of querying DNS (Domain Name System) records for a domain name. DNS works like the internet's phone book; it translates domain names into IP addresses and manages many important functions such as email routing and security verification.
The A record points a domain to an IPv4 address, while the AAAA record points to an IPv6 address. The MX record specifies mail servers, and the NS record indicates authoritative DNS servers. The TXT record contains verification information like SPF and DKIM. The CNAME record redirects one domain to another. The SOA record carries the zone's authority information.
When using a proxy, it's important to prevent DNS leaks. Check your DNS settings to ensure your DNS queries go through the proxy. ProxyTurk proxy services offer secure DNS resolution support.
Common questions about DNS lookup and their answers
DNS (Domain Name System) is a system that translates domain names to IP addresses. When you type a web address in your browser, the DNS server converts it to the server's IP address, enabling your connection.
Main DNS record types include: A (IPv4 address), AAAA (IPv6 address), MX (mail server), CNAME (alias redirect), TXT (verification and security), NS (authoritative name server), and SOA (start of authority) records.
DNS propagation typically takes anywhere from a few minutes to 48 hours. The duration depends on the DNS record's TTL (Time to Live) value and how quickly DNS servers worldwide update their caches.
Both perform DNS queries. DNS lookup is a general term; nslookup is a command-line tool on Windows and Unix systems. Our online tool queries detailed DNS records similarly to the nslookup command.
Yes, when using a proxy, DNS queries can be resolved through the proxy server. This prevents your real IP address from leaking in DNS queries and enhances your privacy. ProxyTurk proxies offer DNS leak protection.