Domains, DNS and more
Nameserver Vs NS records
The terms "nameserver" and "NS record" are related but refer to different concepts in the DNS (Domain Name System) architecture. Here’s a breakdown of each: Nameserver: Refers to the actual servers that store and manage DNS records. These are the ...
What is NS record?
An NS (Name Server) record is a type of DNS record used to specify the authoritative name servers for a domain. It designates which DNS servers are responsible for handling queries related to the domain and its subdomains. Key Points Delegation: NS ...
Use Cases of SRV record.
SRV records are commonly used for: VoIP Services: Directing clients to the correct servers for SIP (Session Initiation Protocol) services. Messaging Services: Directing clients to the correct servers for XMPP (Extensible Messaging and Presence ...
What is SOA parameter?
The SOA (Start of Authority) record is a type of DNS record that provides essential information about a DNS zone. Here’s a breakdown of the key parameters associated with an SOA record: Key SOA Parameters Zone ID: This is a unique identifier for the ...
The 4 Key DNS Servers in Loading a Webpage
DNS Recursor The DNS recursor is a server designed to receive queries from client machines, such as web browsers. It handles the task of making additional requests to satisfy the client’s DNS query. It acts as the first point of contact for a DNS ...
How DNS Translates Website Names
You Type the Website Address You enter a URL (like www.connectreseller.com) into your web browser. Request to Find the Website's Address Your computer sends a request to a DNS server to find out the numerical address (called an IP address) associated ...
What is DNS?
DNS, or Domain Name System, is essential for translating easy-to-remember domain names (like https://www.connectreseller.com/) into the actual numerical addresses (IP addresses) computers use to find websites. When you type a domain name into your ...
Domain Suggestion API
Domain Name Suggestion API empowers resellers to discover domain name recommendations based on keyword searches. Our Domain Name Suggestion API helps resellers discover domain name recommendations through keyword searches. This API enhances your ...
Search from Anywhere
Resellers now have the capability to access domain names and customer details seamlessly through our platform with a single click. With our new search from anywhere feature you can get any details related to domain and customer from single search ...
What are IDN domains and how do I register them?
Want to register a domain name with special characters? This is permitted using a special type of domain known as an internationalized domain name or IDN domain. IDN domains, unlike regular domains, are encoded using a special encoding scheme called ...
How to restore domain?
Domain name will be deleted and available for restore after the same is not renewed within Renewal Grace Period. Domain name status will be changed to Redemption Period once the domain name is deleted. You may restore the domain name by paying the ...
How to set default nameservers?
Login to your Reseller Panel Click on “Domain” Option Under that select the domain for which you want to set the default nameservers Click on “Nameservers” Option (as we can see the domain has custom nameservers) Select “DNS management” option Click ...
How to update existing customer details?
Login to your Reseller Panel Click on "Customer" option Select the customer you want to edit the details Enable the “Modify” Option Click on “Submit” button once you have updated the details
How to move a domain from one customer to another?
Login to your Reseller Panel Click on "Domains" option Select the domain name you want to move Under more action option select "Move Domain" Click on move domain enter the customer id, customer email id select the option use default contact of new ...
How to renew a domain?
Login to your Reseller panel Click on "Domains" option Select the domain name you want to “Renew” Under More action option select ”Renew" Select the number of years from the drop-down. Click on “Renew Domain”
How to enable/disable privacy protection?
Login to your Reseller panel Click on "Domains" option Select the domain name you want to enable/disable Privacy protection Under More action option select "Privacy protection" Click on toggle to Enable or Disable.
How to add TXT records?
Login to your Reseller Panel Click on "Domains" option Select the domain name you want to add the TXT records Under manage domain option choose “Domain management panel" In that select “TXT records" Host Name: It will include the Domain name which ...
How to add Cname records?
Login to your Reseller Panel Click on "Domains" Select the domain name you want to add the Cname records Under manage domain option choose “Domain management panel" In that select “Cname records" Host Name: It will include the Domain name which ...
How to register Domain for Customer?
Login to your Reseller panel. Click on "Place Order" option. Select “Search for your domain” option and search for the desired domain name. Click on “Manage Customer” icon to add the customer under which you want to register the domain. You can ...
How to add MX record?
Login to your Reseller Panel. Click on "Domains" option. Select the domain name you want to add the MX records Under manage domain option choose “Domain management panel" In that select “MX records" Zone: The domain name for which you want to use the ...
How to add A record?
Login to your Reseller Panel. Click on "Domains" option. Select the domain name you want to add the A records Under manage domain option choose “Domain management panel" In that select “A records" Host Name: It will include the Domain name which ...
How to lock/unlock domain?
1. Login to your Reseller panel. 2. Click on "Domains" option. 3. Select the domain name you want to Lock/Unlock. 4. Under more action option select "Domain Lock & Suspend" 5. Select the option "Lock/Unlock" 6. Select Lock or Unlock to perform the ...
How update domain secret/authcode/EPP code?
1. Login to your Reseller panel. 2.Click on "Domains" option. 3.Select the domain name you want to update the secret/authcode/EEP code. 4.Under more action option select “Domain Secret”. 5.Change the existing Domain Secret. 6.Click on "Update Domain ...
How to set domain forwarding?
Login to your Reseller Panel Click on "Domains" option Select the domain name you want to set the domain forwarding Under more action option select "Domain Forwarding" Enter the fully branded URL in the "Destination box" You can enable or disable ...
How to view default name servers?
1. Login to your Reseller panel. 2.Click on "Tools" option. 3.Under that select "Profile Settings". 4.In that select "Branding" option. 5.Click on "Default Name Server" option.
How to move a domain from one customer to another
1. Login to your Reseller Panel. 2. Search for your domain name and click on go. 3. Click on the domain name. 4. Under manage domain you will find the option move domain. 5. Click on move domain enter the customer id, customer email id select the ...
How to enable/disable theft protection?
1. Login to your Reseller panel. 2. Click on "Domains" option. 3. Select the domain name you want to enable/disable Theft protection. 4. Under manage domain option select "Theft protection". 5. Click on Enable or Disable.
How to create/generate API key?
Login to your reseller panel Click on "TOOLS" option In that select "Profile Settings" option Choose "API" option Click on "View API Key" to see the API key
How to add contact to existing domain
1. Login to your Reseller Panel. 2. Click on "Customer" Option 3.Click on the customer name you want to login. 4. Click on “Login to Panel” 5.Click on the domain you want to add the contact for. 6. Click on "setting" Icon. 7. Select “Contact ...
How to move domain from one reseller account to another reseller account (Domain Pull)?
1. Login to your reseller panel where you want to move the domain 2. Click on "TOOLS" Option. 3.Then select “Domain Pull Request” 4. Enter all the requirement in the format i.e Domain Name, AuthCode, Customer Id., Then Click on “Submit” Note: ...
How to perform bulk action on existing domains?
With the help of bulk action you can perform various actions such as lock domain, unlock domain, suspend and update NS records etc. To do so please follow the below steps Login to your Reseller Panel Click on "TOOLS" Option. Select “Bulk-action File ...
How to change/edit nameservers for customer domain?
Log into your account Click on the domain name for which you wish to change the nameservers Select manage domain, there you will see "nameservers" section, click on it Here you will be able to edit/delete nameservers.