DNS A Record
Sitecheck Team
Maps a hostname to an IPv4 address.
An A record maps a hostname (like www.example.com) to an IPv4 address. It is one of the most common DNS records used to route traffic to a server.
Why it matters: Incorrect A records lead to downtime or traffic going to the wrong server.
Quick tips:
- Keep TTL values reasonable for planned changes.
- Use multiple A records for basic load distribution.
See also: DNS, AAAA record, CNAME record.