DNS Lookup - Query Any DNS Record Type

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Resolve any domain's DNS records instantly. DNS lookup returns A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, NS, and other record types with full response details including TTLs and authoritative server information.

Fast, Accurate DNS Resolution

DNS lookup queries authoritative nameservers directly, showing exactly what records exist for any domain. No caching delays, no resolver filtering - just the actual DNS configuration.

Every query returns:

  • Record values - IP addresses, hostnames, or text content
  • TTL (Time to Live) - How long resolvers should cache the record
  • Record class - Almost always IN (Internet)
  • Response flags - Authoritative answer status and other metadata

Query Any Record Type

A records - IPv4 addresses where the domain resolves

AAAA records - IPv6 addresses for the domain

CNAME records - Canonical name aliases pointing to other hostnames

MX records - Mail servers with priority values

NS records - Authoritative nameservers for the domain

SOA records - Zone authority and serial number information

Practical DNS Debugging

DNS problems cause mysterious failures. Sites become unreachable, email bounces, SSL certificates fail validation. DNS lookup reveals the actual records resolvers see.

Propagation checking - After DNS changes, query multiple resolvers to verify updates have propagated. Different resolvers may cache old records until TTL expires.

Record verification - Confirm MX records point to correct mail servers and A records match your hosting.

CNAME chain tracing - Follow CNAME aliases to their final destination. Deep chains add latency and create failure points.

→ Look up DNS records

FAQ

How is this different from nslookup or dig?
Same underlying queries, but with a web interface and visualization of record relationships. Useful when command-line tools aren't available.
Why do I get different results from different resolvers?
Caching. Resolvers cache records according to TTL. After changes, old cached records persist until they expire.
What's an authoritative vs recursive response?
Authoritative responses come from the nameserver responsible for the zone. Recursive responses come from resolvers that queried on your behalf.
Can I query internal/private DNS?
No. DNS lookup queries public DNS infrastructure only. Internal zones require access to your private resolvers. --- Last modified: 2025-12-28