GoDaddy
May 22, 2026

Quick Answer

To change DNS records on GoDaddy, log in to your account, open your Domain Portfolio, select your domain, and go to DNS Management. From there you can add, edit, or delete records such as A, CNAME, MX, or TXT.

Steps to Change DNS Records on GoDaddy

1. Log in to your GoDaddy account

Log into to your GoDaddy Account

Go to Profile located at the top right corner of your screen

Click “My Products” to access domain portfolio once the dropdown menu appears

2. Open your domain settings

Find the domain you want to manage

Click on “Domain” on the menu located at the far left of your screen

3. Locate DNS Record settings

Now click on “DNS” then “DNS Records” on the menu at the top

Click “Add New Record” then scroll down

4. Locate the record you want to change

Common record types include:

A record: points a domain to an IP address

CNAME record: points a subdomain to another domain

MX record: controls email routing

TXT record: used for verification and security

5. Edit, add, or delete records

Click Edit to update an existing record

Click Add New Record to create a new one

Delete records you no longer need if necessary

6. Save your changes

Click Save after making updates

What Happens Next

DNS changes usually take effect within a few minutes, but may take up to 24 hours depending on DNS caching.

Common Issues

  1. DNS changes not taking effect
    • Wait for DNS propagation
    • Clear your browser or DNS cache
  2. Unable to edit DNS records
    • Confirm the domain is using GoDaddy nameservers
    • If custom nameservers are set, manage DNS at that provider

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