NS lookup
See which nameservers answer for a domain, and so which company hosts its DNS.
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Reading the answer
- The NS records name the servers that hold the domain's DNS. Whoever runs them is the place to edit records.
- There are usually two to four, so the domain keeps working if one is unreachable.
- The nameservers are set at your registrar. Changing them moves your DNS to a new host, so copy your records over first.
Every field and accepted value: the NS record explained. Other lookups: MX lookup, TXT record lookup, CNAME lookup, A record lookup.
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OpenFrequently asked questions
How do I find out who hosts my DNS?
Look up the NS records. The nameserver names usually say which provider they belong to, such as Cloudflare or your registrar.
How long does a nameserver change take?
Often an hour or two, but up to two days: the NS records at the registry have their own long TTL.
Is the DNS host the same as the registrar?
Not necessarily. The registrar is where you rent the name; the DNS host is whoever the NS records point at.
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