How to Add "A Record" in cPanel
Adding an "A Record" is essential for directing a domain or subdomain to a specific IP address. You can easily do this using cPanel's Zone Editor feature.
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Adding an "A Record" is essential for directing a domain or subdomain to a specific IP address. You can easily do this using cPanel's Zone Editor feature.
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Log in to your cPanel account.
In the Domains section, click on Zone Editor.
Under Domains, locate the options listed under Actions.
Click on A Record. A pop-up box will appear. Enter the following details:
Name: Specify the name you wish to add (e.g., enter blog, which will create blog.example.com).
Address: Input the IP address of your server.
Click on Add an A Record.
You have successfully added an A Record!
DNS propagation can take up to 24 hours to fully take effect worldwide. Changes may take anywhere from 12 to 24 hours to propagate globally.
