How to import or export zone records
A variety of tasks can be completed within the Manage DNS tool. Import (upload) a file containing multiple zone records or export (download) a copy of the zone records allows for easy DNS backup.
Steps
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2Select a Product from the side menu.
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3Click on the domain name.
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4Under Domain tools, select Manage DNS.
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5Select the 3 dots menu next to the 'Add record' button.
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6Find Export zone or Import zone.
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7To Export a file containing all your DNS details, click Export zone. A .txt file will be downloaded to your computer.
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8To Import zone records, click Import zone and then select the relevant file that you want to import from your computer.
What happens next
You can now import multiple zone records or export a copy of the zone records for easy DNS backup.
Once you have added or changed your DNS records, allow 2 to 24 hours for DNS propagation to complete.
Incorrect DNS changes can interfere with the operation of your website and/or email, so make changes with care.
Self-Managed Server customers who wish to add reverse (PTR) DNS records for their allocated IP addresses are not able to do so via the Manage DNS tool and will need to send these requests to our Support team from their authorised email address.
For more information about DNS, please see the following useful resources: