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Introduction:<\/strong>
In the context of DNS (Domain Name System), an A record\u00a0stands for “Address Record.” It is a type of DNS record used to map a domain name (like example.com) to the IP address of the server hosting that domain’s services, such as a website or an email server. When you type a domain name into a web browser or send an email to an address at that domain, the DNS resolver first looks up the corresponding A record to find the server’s IP address associated with that domain. This IP address is then used to establish a connection to the appropriate server.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prerequisites:<\/strong>
1. WHM login root credentials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 1:<\/strong>
Using the destination server URL login to the cPanel account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 2:<\/strong>
Go to the search bar and enter DNS Zone Manager. After the click, go to DNS Zone Manager and click on +A Record.\u00a0
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Step 3:<\/strong>
After clicking on A Record, a popup box will open. Please, enter the required details in it.
1. Name: Enter the name you wish to add, such as test, name like test.example.com.
2. Address: Enter the IP address.
3. Now, click on Add A Record.
If the record is added successfully, you will see a success message.
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Conclusion<\/strong>:
By following the above steps, you can now add an A record in cPanel.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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