How to Manage DNS Records (A, CNAME, TXT, MX) in cPanel Zone Editor

Overview of cPanel Zone Editor#

The cPanel Zone Editor provides a modern, intuitive interface for managing DNS records for your domain without touching complex BIND zone files.

Common DNS Record Types Explained#

How to Add a DNS Record in cPanel#

1. 1
   Log in to cPanel.
2. 2
   In the Domains section, click Zone Editor.
3. 3
   Locate your domain and click Manage.
4. 4
   Click the blue + Add Record button.
5. 5
   Enter:

• Name: The hostname (e.g. subdomain.yourdomain.com or @).
• TTL: Time-to-Live in seconds (Default: 3600 or 1 hour).
• Type: Select A, CNAME, TXT, or MX.
• Record / Value: The destination IP address or text string.

1. 1
   Click Save Record.