Change an A record

An A (host) record connects your domain name to your IP address. A records let users enter your domain name in a Web browser to access your website. They are the most common type of zone record.

Note: If your domain is registered at another company, see the Domains registered at another company section below for instructions.

  1. Log in to your My Products page.
  2. If you aren't automatically directed there, make sure to select the My Products tab.
  3. Next to the domain you want to use, click DNS.
  4. On the DNS Management page, in the Records section, click the Click pencil icon on existing MX records (pencil icon) next to A.
  5. Make any changes to the record, and click Save when finished.

To change an A record for domains registered at another company

  1. Log in to your My Products page.
  2. If you aren't automatically directed there, make sure to select the My Products tab.
  3. Click Manage All.
  4. From the top menu, click the DNS tab, and select Manage Zones.
  5. Enter the domain name you want to use and click Search.
  6. On the DNS Management page, in the Records section, click the Click pencil icon on existing MX records (pencil icon) next to A.
  7. Make any changes to the record, and click Save when finished.

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