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DNS lookup

See the public DNS records behind a domain.

↗ Checked on request

01 / Your input

Preparing the checker…

Sent to Cloudflare’s DNS resolver when you submit. Results stay out of your browser’s address bar and workspace history.

02 / Your result

Your result will appear here.
Start with your own input or try an example.

What it does

Check how a domain is configured before connecting a site, troubleshooting email, or reviewing a DNS change. This lookup asks one public resolver for a snapshot of the requested records. It does not test every resolver or confirm that a website is working.

Useful when

  • Check an address record after moving a website.
  • Review mail or verification records during setup.
  • Compare a returned record with a hosting provider’s instructions.

How to use it

  1. Enter a domain name, without a page path.
  2. Choose the record type you want to inspect.
  3. Run the lookup and compare the answers with your intended configuration.

A few useful details

Does this show whether DNS has updated everywhere?

No. This is one resolver’s view. Cached answers can differ between networks until their cache lifetimes expire.

Why might a lookup return no records?

The domain may have no records of the selected type, or the lookup may have failed. Check the returned status before treating an empty answer as a configuration problem.

Does the domain leave my browser?

Yes. The domain and selected record type are sent to the lookup service and a public DNS resolver. Use this tool for public names.