Tag: PTR record

rDNS: What is it and how does it work?

January 21, 2022January 21, 2022 Mario No Comments

The rDNS (Reverse DNS) process is only one aspect of the Domain Name System’s operation. The purpose is to connect an IP address to a domain name. It’s a tool that can be used in both the IT and business fields.

rDNS – meaning

As we know, DNS is the process by which we use a domain name to reach its corresponding IP address. Reverse Domain Name System or rDNS is a procedure where you use the IP address to get information about the domain name. So this process is the opposite of standard DNS resolution.

DNS, DNS records

What is a PTR record, and do I need to create one?

February 17, 2021August 26, 2021 Mario No Comments

In the sea of DNS records, there are a few that you really must learn. The PTR record is one of them. If you want to know why it is so important, you came to the right place.

What is a PTR record?

PTR record is a type of DNS record, also known as pointer record, that serves the purpose of linking an IP address to a domain name. It is a prove, that this exact IP address that somebody is checking really is related to the domain name, and it is not a scam. The PTR record has the purpose of verifying different elements or services, like a mail server.

How to check PTR records?

What’s inside a PTR record?

DNS, DNS records