{"id":1795,"date":"2025-04-22T10:10:58","date_gmt":"2025-04-22T10:10:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/?p=1795"},"modified":"2025-04-22T10:10:58","modified_gmt":"2025-04-22T10:10:58","slug":"recommended-dns-settings-for-a-ng-domain-the-ultimate-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/recommended-dns-settings-for-a-ng-domain-the-ultimate-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Recommended DNS Settings for a .ng Domain: The Ultimate Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"883\"><img data-dominant-color=\"54636f\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #54636f;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1796 aligncenter not-transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Recommended-DNS-Settings-for-a-.ng-Domain-The-Ultimate-Guide-711x400.avif\" alt=\"Recommended DNS Settings for a .ng Domain: The Ultimate Guide\" width=\"711\" height=\"400\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Recommended-DNS-Settings-for-a-.ng-Domain-The-Ultimate-Guide-711x400.avif 711w, https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Recommended-DNS-Settings-for-a-.ng-Domain-The-Ultimate-Guide-768x432.avif 768w, https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Recommended-DNS-Settings-for-a-.ng-Domain-The-Ultimate-Guide.avif 1366w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 711px) 100vw, 711px\" \/><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Page Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/recommended-dns-settings-for-a-ng-domain-the-ultimate-guide\/#What_Are_DNS_Settings%E2%80%94and_Why_Do_They_Matter_So_Much\" >What Are DNS Settings\u2014and Why Do They Matter So Much?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/recommended-dns-settings-for-a-ng-domain-the-ultimate-guide\/#Why_You_Need_DNS_Settings_That_Are_Tailored_to_Nigeria\" >Why You Need DNS Settings That Are Tailored to Nigeria<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/recommended-dns-settings-for-a-ng-domain-the-ultimate-guide\/#Recommended_DNS_Settings_for_Your_ng_Domain\" >Recommended DNS Settings for Your .ng Domain<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/recommended-dns-settings-for-a-ng-domain-the-ultimate-guide\/#1_A_Record%E2%80%94Your_Digital_Home_Address\" >1. A Record\u2014Your Digital Home Address<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/recommended-dns-settings-for-a-ng-domain-the-ultimate-guide\/#2_CNAME_Record%E2%80%94For_Subdomains_Like_%E2%80%98blog_%E2%80%98shop_or_%E2%80%98app\" >2. CNAME Record\u2014For Subdomains Like \u2018blog,\u2019 \u2018shop,\u2019 or \u2018app\u2019<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/recommended-dns-settings-for-a-ng-domain-the-ultimate-guide\/#3_MX_Records%E2%80%94For_Sending_and_Receiving_Email\" >3. MX Records\u2014For Sending and Receiving Email<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/recommended-dns-settings-for-a-ng-domain-the-ultimate-guide\/#4_TXT_Records%E2%80%94For_Verifying_Your_Domain_and_Securing_Emails\" >4. TXT Records\u2014For Verifying Your Domain and Securing Emails<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/recommended-dns-settings-for-a-ng-domain-the-ultimate-guide\/#5_NS_Records%E2%80%94Telling_the_Internet_Where_Your_DNS_Lives\" >5. NS Records\u2014Telling the Internet Where Your DNS Lives<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/recommended-dns-settings-for-a-ng-domain-the-ultimate-guide\/#What_does_the_Ideal_DNS_Configuration_for_a_Business_in_Nigeria_Look_like\" >What does the Ideal DNS Configuration for a Business in Nigeria Look like?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/recommended-dns-settings-for-a-ng-domain-the-ultimate-guide\/#How_to_Check_If_Your_DNS_Records_Are_Working\" >How to Check If Your DNS Records Are Working<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/recommended-dns-settings-for-a-ng-domain-the-ultimate-guide\/#Pro_Tips_for_Managing_Your_DNS_Records\" >Pro Tips for Managing Your DNS Records<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/recommended-dns-settings-for-a-ng-domain-the-ultimate-guide\/#Final_Words\" >Final Words<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"883\">Owning a <a href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/what-is-a-ng-domain-a-complete-guide-for-nigerians\/\">.ng domain<\/a> means you\u2019ve taken a bold step toward building a brand with a truly Nigerian identity. But owning the domain is just the beginning. To unlock its full potential, you need to set up your DNS settings correctly. This isn\u2019t just about getting your website online; it\u2019s about making sure your emails work flawlessly, your brand looks professional, and your services are reliable.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"885\" data-end=\"1260\">Many Nigerian business owners stop short after registering their <a href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/ng-vs-com-which-one-is-better-for-a-nigerian-website\/\">.ng<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/how-domain-names-work\/\">domain name<\/a>, assuming that\u2019s all they need to do. But here\u2019s the reality: without proper DNS configuration, your customers can\u2019t reach your site, your emails might bounce back, and third-party apps won\u2019t verify your domain. Imagine having a beautiful house but no address\u2014nobody would know how to find you.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1639\">This guide is written with real Nigerians in mind: business owners, creatives, marketers, and freelancers who need practical, jargon-free advice on getting their <a href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/why-ng-domain-is-essential-for-nigerian-businesses\/\">.ng domain<\/a> working right. Whether you\u2019re using telaHosting or another NiRA-accredited registrar, this article will help you confidently set up DNS for your website, email, and business tools.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1707\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_DNS_Settings%E2%80%94and_Why_Do_They_Matter_So_Much\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1707\">What Are DNS Settings\u2014and Why Do They Matter So Much?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"2077\"><img data-dominant-color=\"4e5c7f\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #4e5c7f;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1797 aligncenter not-transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/What-Are-DNS-Settings\u2014and-Why-Do-They-Matter-So-Much-711x400.avif\" alt=\"What Are DNS Settings\u2014and Why Do They Matter So Much?\" width=\"711\" height=\"400\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/What-Are-DNS-Settings\u2014and-Why-Do-They-Matter-So-Much-711x400.avif 711w, https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/What-Are-DNS-Settings\u2014and-Why-Do-They-Matter-So-Much-768x432.avif 768w, https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/What-Are-DNS-Settings\u2014and-Why-Do-They-Matter-So-Much.avif 1366w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 711px) 100vw, 711px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"2077\">DNS stands for Domain Name System, and it\u2019s basically the technology that makes the internet usable for humans. You see, computers speak in numbers\u2014IP addresses like 196.25.40.82. But humans prefer words, like www.naijamarket.ng. DNS is what translates those human-friendly domain names into the numeric addresses computers use to find and load websites.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2079\" data-end=\"2173\">Your DNS settings are like the instruction manual for your domain. They tell the internet:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2174\" data-end=\"2366\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2174\" data-end=\"2224\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2176\" data-end=\"2224\">Where to send people when they visit your domain<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2225\" data-end=\"2248\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2248\">Where to route emails<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2249\" data-end=\"2311\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2251\" data-end=\"2311\">How to verify your domain with tools like Google or Facebook<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2312\" data-end=\"2366\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2314\" data-end=\"2366\">How to protect your domain from hackers and spammers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2368\" data-end=\"2597\">If DNS settings are misconfigured, everything falls apart. Your website won\u2019t load. Your emails won\u2019t send. Your marketing campaigns won\u2019t work. But when DNS is set up right? Everything runs smoothly\u2014and your brand shines online.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"2604\" data-end=\"2666\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_You_Need_DNS_Settings_That_Are_Tailored_to_Nigeria\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"2608\" data-end=\"2666\">Why You Need DNS Settings That Are Tailored to Nigeria<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"3011\">Many articles online talk about DNS in general terms, but if you\u2019re using a .ng domain<strong>,<\/strong> you\u2019re playing by slightly different rules. Nigeria\u2019s domain infrastructure is governed by <a href=\"https:\/\/nira.org.ng\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NiRA<\/a> (Nigeria Internet Registration Association), and your DNS setup needs to be compatible with local <a href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/top-12-accredited-ng-domain-registrars-in-nigeria\/\">registrars<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/top-12-web-hosting-providers-in-nigeria\/\">hosting providers<\/a>, and regional connectivity.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3013\" data-end=\"3072\">Here\u2019s why your DNS setup should be customized for Nigeria:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3073\" data-end=\"3403\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"3073\" data-end=\"3141\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3075\" data-end=\"3141\">Local servers offer faster site load times for Nigerian users.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"3142\" data-end=\"3227\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3144\" data-end=\"3227\"><a href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/website-seo-in-nigeria\/\">SEO<\/a>\u00a0works better when your domain and hosting are aligned locally.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"3228\" data-end=\"3304\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3230\" data-end=\"3304\">Nigerian users trust and recognize .ng domains more than generic ones.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"3305\" data-end=\"3403\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3307\" data-end=\"3403\">Government and corporate clients often require a Nigerian domain for partnership or bidding.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3405\" data-end=\"3483\">So now let\u2019s break down the DNS records you actually need\u2014and why they matter.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1677\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recommended_DNS_Settings_for_Your_ng_Domain\"><\/span><strong>Recommended DNS Settings for Your .ng Domain<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1856\">Let\u2019s now walk through the most important DNS records that you should configure for your .ng domain. These are the basics that every business website in Nigeria should have.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3570\" data-end=\"3618\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_A_Record%E2%80%94Your_Digital_Home_Address\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"3575\" data-end=\"3618\">1. A Record\u2014Your Digital Home Address<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3620\" data-end=\"3765\">An A Record is the foundation of your website. It tells the internet, \u201cWhen someone types in my domain, send them to this server <a href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/how-domain-names-work\/\">IP address<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3767\" data-end=\"3870\">Example scenario: You\u2019re hosting your website on a Nigerian server with an IP like 102.89.150.22.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3872\" data-end=\"3897\"><a href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/how-to-set-up-dns-records-for-a-ng-domain\/#1_Setting_Up_A_Record_for_Website_Hosting\"><strong data-start=\"3872\" data-end=\"3897\">Recommended settings in A Record<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"pointer-events-none relative left-[50%]! flex w-[100cqw] translate-x-[-50%] justify-center *:pointer-events-auto\">\n<div class=\"tableContainer horzScrollShadows group relative\">\n<table class=\"min-w-full\" data-start=\"3899\" data-end=\"4037\">\n<thead data-start=\"3899\" data-end=\"3945\">\n<tr data-start=\"3899\" data-end=\"3945\">\n<th data-start=\"3899\" data-end=\"3906\">Type<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"3906\" data-end=\"3913\">Host<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"3913\" data-end=\"3934\">Value (IP Address)<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"3934\" data-end=\"3945\">TTL<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"3993\" data-end=\"4037\">\n<tr data-start=\"3993\" data-end=\"4037\">\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"3993\" data-end=\"4000\">A<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"4000\" data-end=\"4007\">@<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"4007\" data-end=\"4028\">102.89.150.22<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"4028\" data-end=\"4037\">3600<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<ul data-start=\"4039\" data-end=\"4202\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"4039\" data-end=\"4109\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"4041\" data-end=\"4109\"><strong data-start=\"4041\" data-end=\"4046\">@<\/strong> means this applies to your root domain (e.g., yourcompany.ng).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"4110\" data-end=\"4202\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"4112\" data-end=\"4202\">TTL stands for Time To Live. 3600 is standard\u2014it means this info refreshes every hour.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"4204\" data-end=\"4311\">If your A record isn\u2019t set, people can\u2019t visit your website. It\u2019s like having a shop with no street number.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"4318\" data-end=\"4389\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_CNAME_Record%E2%80%94For_Subdomains_Like_%E2%80%98blog_%E2%80%98shop_or_%E2%80%98app\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"4323\" data-end=\"4389\">2. CNAME Record\u2014For Subdomains Like \u2018blog,\u2019 \u2018shop,\u2019 or \u2018app\u2019<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"4391\" data-end=\"4535\"><a href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/how-to-set-up-dns-records-for-a-ng-domain\/#2_Configuring_CNAME_Records_for_Subdomains\">CNAME<\/a> stands for Canonical Name, and it\u2019s used when you want part of your domain (like blog.yourbrand.ng) to point to another service.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"4537\" data-end=\"4551\"><strong data-start=\"4537\" data-end=\"4551\">Use cases:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4552\" data-end=\"4701\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"4552\" data-end=\"4593\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"4554\" data-end=\"4593\">Pointing blog.yourbrand.ng to Blogger<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"4594\" data-end=\"4636\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"4596\" data-end=\"4636\">Directing shop.yourbrand.ng\u00a0to Shopify<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"4637\" data-end=\"4701\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"4639\" data-end=\"4701\">Connecting to external platforms like Zoho, Zendesk, or Kajabi<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"4703\" data-end=\"4724\"><strong data-start=\"4703\" data-end=\"4724\">Example settings:<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"pointer-events-none relative left-[50%]! flex w-[100cqw] translate-x-[-50%] justify-center *:pointer-events-auto\">\n<div class=\"tableContainer horzScrollShadows group relative\">\n<table class=\"min-w-full\" data-start=\"4726\" data-end=\"4867\">\n<thead data-start=\"4726\" data-end=\"4773\">\n<tr data-start=\"4726\" data-end=\"4773\">\n<th data-start=\"4726\" data-end=\"4734\">Type<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"4734\" data-end=\"4741\">Host<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"4741\" data-end=\"4762\">Points To<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"4762\" data-end=\"4773\">TTL<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"4822\" data-end=\"4867\">\n<tr data-start=\"4822\" data-end=\"4867\">\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"4822\" data-end=\"4830\">CNAME<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"4830\" data-end=\"4837\">blog<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"4837\" data-end=\"4858\">ghs.google.com<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"4858\" data-end=\"4867\">3600<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"4869\" data-end=\"4953\">Keep in mind: You cannot use CNAME for the root domain\u2014it\u2019s only for subdomains.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"4960\" data-end=\"5016\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_MX_Records%E2%80%94For_Sending_and_Receiving_Email\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"4965\" data-end=\"5016\">3. MX Records\u2014For Sending and Receiving Email<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"5018\" data-end=\"5188\"><a href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/how-to-set-up-dns-records-for-a-ng-domain\/#3_Setting_Up_MX_Records_for_Email_Hosting\">MX Records<\/a> are responsible for directing email to the right place. Want to use info@yourbrand.ng or sales@naijashop.ng? You\u2019ll need these records set up properly.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"5190\" data-end=\"5240\"><strong data-start=\"5190\" data-end=\"5240\">Popular email platforms and sample MX records:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"5242\" data-end=\"5263\"><strong data-start=\"5242\" data-end=\"5263\"><a href=\"https:\/\/workspace.google.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Google Workspace<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"pointer-events-none relative left-[50%]! flex w-[100cqw] translate-x-[-50%] justify-center *:pointer-events-auto\">\n<div class=\"tableContainer horzScrollShadows group relative\">\n<table class=\"min-w-full\" data-start=\"5265\" data-end=\"5578\">\n<thead data-start=\"5265\" data-end=\"5326\">\n<tr data-start=\"5265\" data-end=\"5326\">\n<th data-start=\"5265\" data-end=\"5272\">Type<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"5272\" data-end=\"5279\">Host<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"5279\" data-end=\"5290\">Priority<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"5290\" data-end=\"5315\">Points To<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"5315\" data-end=\"5326\">TTL<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"5390\" data-end=\"5578\">\n<tr data-start=\"5390\" data-end=\"5452\">\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5390\" data-end=\"5397\">MX<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5397\" data-end=\"5404\">@<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5404\" data-end=\"5415\">1<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5415\" data-end=\"5441\">aspmx.l.google.com<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5441\" data-end=\"5452\">3600<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5453\" data-end=\"5515\">\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5453\" data-end=\"5460\">MX<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5460\" data-end=\"5467\">@<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5467\" data-end=\"5478\">5<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5478\" data-end=\"5504\">alt1.aspmx.l.google.com<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5504\" data-end=\"5515\">3600<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5516\" data-end=\"5578\">\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5516\" data-end=\"5523\">MX<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5523\" data-end=\"5530\">@<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5530\" data-end=\"5541\">5<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5541\" data-end=\"5567\">alt2.aspmx.l.google.com<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5567\" data-end=\"5578\">3600<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"5580\" data-end=\"5615\"><strong data-start=\"5580\" data-end=\"5615\">Webmail via your Nigerian host:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"5617\" data-end=\"5741\">Most local hosts, like <a href=\"http:\/\/telahosting.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">telaHosting<\/a> will provide specific MX records for their webmail service. It usually looks something like this:<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"5743\" data-end=\"5790\">| MX | @ | 0 | mail.yourhostdomain.com | 3600 |<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"5792\" data-end=\"5907\"><strong data-start=\"5792\" data-end=\"5805\">Priority:<\/strong> Lower numbers mean higher importance. Always set your most reliable mail server to the lowest number.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"5914\" data-end=\"5985\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_TXT_Records%E2%80%94For_Verifying_Your_Domain_and_Securing_Emails\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"5919\" data-end=\"5985\">4. TXT Records\u2014For Verifying Your Domain and Securing Emails<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"5987\" data-end=\"6128\">These <a href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/how-to-set-up-dns-records-for-a-ng-domain\/#4_Adding_TXT_Records_for_Verification_and_Security\">TXT records<\/a> don\u2019t change where your site or emails go, but they help you <strong data-start=\"6062\" data-end=\"6081\">prove ownership<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"6086\" data-end=\"6128\">protect your domain from being abused.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"6130\" data-end=\"6182\"><strong data-start=\"6130\" data-end=\"6155\">Example 1: SPF Record<\/strong> (for email authentication)<\/p>\n<div class=\"pointer-events-none relative left-[50%]! flex w-[100cqw] translate-x-[-50%] justify-center *:pointer-events-auto\">\n<div class=\"tableContainer horzScrollShadows group relative\">\n<table class=\"min-w-full\" data-start=\"6184\" data-end=\"6395\">\n<thead data-start=\"6184\" data-end=\"6254\">\n<tr data-start=\"6184\" data-end=\"6254\">\n<th data-start=\"6184\" data-end=\"6191\">Type<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"6191\" data-end=\"6198\">Host<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"6198\" data-end=\"6243\">Value<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"6243\" data-end=\"6254\">TTL<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"6326\" data-end=\"6395\">\n<tr data-start=\"6326\" data-end=\"6395\">\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"6326\" data-end=\"6333\">TXT<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"6333\" data-end=\"6340\">@<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"6340\" data-end=\"6386\">v=spf1 include:_spf.google.com ~all<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"6386\" data-end=\"6395\">3600<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"6397\" data-end=\"6436\"><strong data-start=\"6397\" data-end=\"6436\">Example 2: Google Site Verification<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"pointer-events-none relative left-[50%]! flex w-[100cqw] translate-x-[-50%] justify-center *:pointer-events-auto\">\n<div class=\"tableContainer horzScrollShadows group relative\">\n<table class=\"min-w-full\" data-start=\"6438\" data-end=\"6648\">\n<thead data-start=\"6438\" data-end=\"6508\">\n<tr data-start=\"6438\" data-end=\"6508\">\n<th data-start=\"6438\" data-end=\"6445\">Type<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"6445\" data-end=\"6452\">Host<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"6452\" data-end=\"6497\">Value<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"6497\" data-end=\"6508\">TTL<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"6580\" data-end=\"6648\">\n<tr data-start=\"6580\" data-end=\"6648\">\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"6580\" data-end=\"6587\">TXT<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"6587\" data-end=\"6594\">@<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)] min-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)\/3)]\" data-start=\"6594\" data-end=\"6639\">google-site-verification=xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"6639\" data-end=\"6648\">3600<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"6650\" data-end=\"6693\"><strong data-start=\"6650\" data-end=\"6693\">Example 3: Facebook Domain Verification<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"6695\" data-end=\"6750\">| TXT | @ | facebook-domain-verification=xxxxx | 3600 |<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"6757\" data-end=\"6823\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_NS_Records%E2%80%94Telling_the_Internet_Where_Your_DNS_Lives\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"6762\" data-end=\"6823\">5. NS Records\u2014Telling the Internet Where Your DNS Lives<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"6825\" data-end=\"7082\"><a href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/how-to-set-up-dns-records-for-a-ng-domain\/#5_Configuring_NS_Records_to_Use_Custom_Nameservers\">NS Records<\/a> (Nameserver Records) control where all your DNS records are managed from. If you\u2019re using your registrar\u2019s DNS, you don\u2019t need to change anything. But if you&#8217;re using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cloudflare.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cloudflare<\/a> or another DNS provider, they\u2019ll give you new NS records to use.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"7084\" data-end=\"7096\"><strong data-start=\"7084\" data-end=\"7096\">Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"7098\" data-end=\"7153\">| NS | @ | ns1.whois.com |<br data-start=\"7124\" data-end=\"7127\" \/>| NS | @ | ns2.whois.com |<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"7155\" data-end=\"7173\">Or for Cloudflare:<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"7175\" data-end=\"7248\">| NS | @ | dana.ns.cloudflare.com |<br data-start=\"7210\" data-end=\"7213\" \/>| NS | @ | duke.ns.cloudflare.com |<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4533\" data-end=\"4598\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_the_Ideal_DNS_Configuration_for_a_Business_in_Nigeria_Look_like\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"4533\" data-end=\"4598\">What does the Ideal DNS Configuration for a Business in Nigeria Look like?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"4600\" data-end=\"4721\">Let\u2019s put it all together. Here\u2019s what a fully set up DNS for a Nigerian business using a .ng domain might look like:<\/p>\n<div class=\"pointer-events-none relative left-[50%]! flex w-[100cqw] translate-x-[-50%] justify-center *:pointer-events-auto\">\n<div class=\"tableContainer horzScrollShadows group relative\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<table class=\"min-w-full\" data-start=\"4723\" data-end=\"5694\">\n<thead data-start=\"4723\" data-end=\"4819\">\n<tr data-start=\"4723\" data-end=\"4819\">\n<th data-start=\"4723\" data-end=\"4734\"><strong data-start=\"4725\" data-end=\"4733\">Type<\/strong><\/th>\n<th data-start=\"4734\" data-end=\"4745\"><strong data-start=\"4736\" data-end=\"4744\">Name<\/strong><\/th>\n<th data-start=\"4745\" data-end=\"4781\"><strong data-start=\"4747\" data-end=\"4756\">Value<\/strong><\/th>\n<th data-start=\"4781\" data-end=\"4791\"><strong data-start=\"4783\" data-end=\"4790\">TTL<\/strong><\/th>\n<th data-start=\"4791\" data-end=\"4819\"><strong data-start=\"4793\" data-end=\"4804\">Purpose<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"4917\" data-end=\"5694\">\n<tr data-start=\"4917\" data-end=\"5013\">\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"4917\" data-end=\"4928\">A<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"4928\" data-end=\"4939\">@<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"4939\" data-end=\"4975\">196.25.40.82<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"4975\" data-end=\"4985\">3600<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"4985\" data-end=\"5013\">Website hosting<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5014\" data-end=\"5110\">\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5014\" data-end=\"5025\">CNAME<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5025\" data-end=\"5036\">www<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5036\" data-end=\"5072\">@<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5072\" data-end=\"5082\">3600<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5082\" data-end=\"5110\">Redirect www to root<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5111\" data-end=\"5207\">\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5111\" data-end=\"5122\">MX<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5122\" data-end=\"5133\">@<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5133\" data-end=\"5169\">aspmx.l.google.com<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5169\" data-end=\"5179\">3600<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5179\" data-end=\"5207\">Email (Google Workspace)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5208\" data-end=\"5304\">\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5208\" data-end=\"5219\">MX<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5219\" data-end=\"5230\">@<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5230\" data-end=\"5266\">alt1.aspmx.l.google.com<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5266\" data-end=\"5276\">3600<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5276\" data-end=\"5304\">Backup email server<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5305\" data-end=\"5403\">\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5305\" data-end=\"5316\">TXT<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5316\" data-end=\"5327\">@<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5327\" data-end=\"5365\">v=spf1 include:_spf.google.com ~all<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5365\" data-end=\"5375\">3600<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5375\" data-end=\"5403\">Email security (SPF)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5404\" data-end=\"5500\">\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5404\" data-end=\"5415\">TXT<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5415\" data-end=\"5426\">@<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5426\" data-end=\"5462\">google-site-verification=XXXXXX<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5462\" data-end=\"5472\">3600<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5472\" data-end=\"5500\">Google verification<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5501\" data-end=\"5597\">\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5501\" data-end=\"5512\">NS<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5512\" data-end=\"5523\">@<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5523\" data-end=\"5559\">ns1.whois.com<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5559\" data-end=\"5569\">3600<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5569\" data-end=\"5597\">Default nameserver<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5598\" data-end=\"5694\">\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5598\" data-end=\"5609\">NS<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5609\" data-end=\"5620\">@<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5620\" data-end=\"5656\">ns2.whois.com<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5656\" data-end=\"5666\">3600<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"5666\" data-end=\"5694\">Default nameserver<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 data-start=\"7255\" data-end=\"7307\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Check_If_Your_DNS_Records_Are_Working\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"7259\" data-end=\"7307\">How to Check If Your DNS Records Are Working<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"7309\" data-end=\"7390\"><img data-dominant-color=\"b8cdda\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #b8cdda;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1810 aligncenter not-transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DNS-Checker-711x400.avif\" alt=\"How to Check If Your DNS Records Are Working\" width=\"711\" height=\"400\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DNS-Checker-711x400.avif 711w, https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DNS-Checker-768x432.avif 768w, https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DNS-Checker.avif 1366w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 711px) 100vw, 711px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"7309\" data-end=\"7390\">After setting your DNS, you should always test to make sure everything\u2019s working.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"7392\" data-end=\"7409\"><strong data-start=\"7392\" data-end=\"7409\">Tools to use:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"7410\" data-end=\"7576\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"7410\" data-end=\"7460\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"7412\" data-end=\"7460\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/dnschecker.org\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"7412\" data-end=\"7460\">https:\/\/dnschecker.org<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"7461\" data-end=\"7509\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"7463\" data-end=\"7509\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/mxtoolbox.com\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"7463\" data-end=\"7509\">https:\/\/mxtoolbox.com<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"7510\" data-end=\"7545\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"7512\" data-end=\"7545\">Browser test (visit your website)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"7546\" data-end=\"7576\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"7548\" data-end=\"7576\">Send and receive test emails<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"7578\" data-end=\"7692\">If anything\u2019s not working, double-check the record entries. Even one wrong letter or missing dot can break things.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"5701\" data-end=\"5743\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pro_Tips_for_Managing_Your_DNS_Records\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"5701\" data-end=\"5743\">Pro Tips for Managing Your DNS Records<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"5745\" data-end=\"6295\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"5745\" data-end=\"5872\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"5747\" data-end=\"5872\"><strong data-start=\"5747\" data-end=\"5768\">Avoid Duplicates:<\/strong> Having multiple records for the same type and name can cause conflicts. Clean up old or unused entries.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"5873\" data-end=\"5969\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"5875\" data-end=\"5969\"><strong data-start=\"5875\" data-end=\"5900\">Backup Your Settings:<\/strong> Before making changes, take a screenshot or export current settings.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"5970\" data-end=\"6065\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"5972\" data-end=\"6065\"><strong data-start=\"5972\" data-end=\"5999\">Propagation Takes Time:<\/strong> DNS changes may take 10 minutes to 24 hours to fully take effect.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"6066\" data-end=\"6190\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"6068\" data-end=\"6190\"><strong data-start=\"6068\" data-end=\"6082\">Use Tools:<\/strong> Sites like <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/dnschecker.org\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"6094\" data-end=\"6134\">dnschecker.org<\/a> help you confirm if your settings are working globally.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"6191\" data-end=\"6295\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"6193\" data-end=\"6295\"><strong data-start=\"6193\" data-end=\"6211\">Call for Help:<\/strong> Don\u2019t be shy\u2014if you\u2019re stuck, your registrar or hosting support team can guide you.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"7699\" data-end=\"7770\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Words\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"7703\" data-end=\"7770\">Final Words<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"6365\" data-end=\"6651\">DNS might sound technical, but it&#8217;s really just about making sure your online name works the way it should. With the right DNS settings, your .ng domain becomes a fully functional digital hub\u2014your website loads, your emails send smoothly, and your brand looks sharp and trustworthy.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"6653\" data-end=\"6948\">Whether you\u2019re launching a new business, revamping your site, or just setting things up right from the start, having the correct DNS records makes a world of difference. You don\u2019t need to be a tech wizard. Just follow the steps, double-check your entries, and use the resources available to you.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"6950\" data-end=\"7114\">Need help setting it up? At <a href=\"http:\/\/telahosting.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">telaHosting<\/a>, we\u2019re always here to support you. From <a href=\"https:\/\/telahosting.com\/how-to-register-a-domain-name-on-telahosting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">domain registration<\/a> to DNS setup and beyond\u2014we\u2019ve got your back.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Owning a .ng domain means you\u2019ve taken a bold step toward building a brand with a truly Nigerian identity. But owning the domain is just the beginning. To unlock its full potential, you need to set up your DNS settings correctly. This isn\u2019t just about getting your website online; it\u2019s about making sure your emails&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":1796,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[22],"tags":[178,87,177,179,162,176,45],"class_list":["post-1795","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-domain","tag-cloudflare","tag-dns","tag-domain-management","tag-name-servers","tag-nigeria","tag-security","tag-web-hosting"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1795","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/7"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1795"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1795\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1812,"href":"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1795\/revisions\/1812"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1796"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1795"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1795"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/telahosting.ng\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1795"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}