Frequently asked questions: Domains
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Can I point any subdomain to my website without adding each one to DNS?
You can use a wildcard DNS record, such as *.example.ro, to cover names that are not defined separately in your DNS zone. However, it does not replace the recor...
Can I use spaces, hyphens or an & symbol in my domain name?
You cannot use spaces or an & symbol in a registered domain name. Letters, numbers and hyphens are generally allowed, but a hyphen cannot appear at the beginnin...
Can I manage a subdomain’s DNS with a different provider from my main domain?
Yes, you can delegate DNS management for a subdomain using NS records. One provider can manage your main domain’s DNS zone while another manages a subdomain’s z...
Two email services each require an SPF record. Can I add both?
Do not publish two separate SPF records for the same DNS name. This can cause an SPF evaluation error and may affect email delivery. If both services send email...
My domain has several MX records. What do their priorities mean?
An MX record’s priority tells sending mail servers which mail server to try first for your domain. A lower number means a higher preference. If the preferred se...
Can I use my own domain for nameservers, such as ns1.example.ro?
Yes, you can use names such as ns1.example.ro for nameservers, but creating a DNS record alone is not enough. Those names must point to DNS servers configured t...
Can I use my domain for a game server without entering a port number?
In some cases, yes, using an SRV record. This can specify a service’s server and port, but it only works if the game or application supports it. Not every game...
What does DNS TTL mean, and when should I change it?
TTL determines how long a DNS response may be cached before it needs to be requested again. A lower value can help when you are preparing to change your website...
Someone is sending emails using my domain. Can a DMARC record help?
DMARC can help limit unauthorised use of your domain in the visible sender address. It relies on SPF and DKIM checks and their alignment with the domain in the...
What should I do if the person who registered my domain stops responding?
Start by identifying the domain’s registrar and checking who is listed as the registrant, using available WHOIS or RDAP information and your documents. Paying f...
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