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DNS Propagation Checker

🌐 DNS Propagation Checker

Check how your DNS records are propagating across global DNS servers in real-time

ℹ️ What is DNS Propagation?

DNS propagation is the time it takes for DNS changes to be fully updated across all DNS servers worldwide. When you update a DNS record (like pointing your domain to a new server), it can take anywhere from a few minutes to 72 hours for these changes to be visible globally.

This DNS Propagation Checker tests your domain's DNS records against multiple DNS servers located in different countries and regions, giving you a real-time view of how far your DNS changes have spread.

Common DNS Record Types Explained

A Record
Maps domain to IPv4 address
AAAA Record
Maps domain to IPv6 address
CNAME Record
Creates an alias to another domain
MX Record
Directs email to mail servers
TXT Record
Stores text info (SPF, DKIM, etc.)
NS Record
Identifies authoritative nameservers

This tool uses the Google DNS-over-HTTPS API to check DNS propagation across simulated global locations. Results may vary based on TTL and server caching.