Using the Track DNS Interface in cPanel

The Track DNS interface in cPanel is a valuable tool that allows you to look up IP addresses or trace the route from your computer to your web server. This helps verify your website’s DNS configuration and troubleshoot connectivity issues.

What is Track DNS?

Track DNS lets you perform network diagnostics related to your domain name system (DNS). It offers two main functions:

  • IP Address Lookup: Find the IP address associated with a domain name.
  • Traceroute: Trace the path packets take from your local computer to your web server, showing each intermediate hop.

Why Use Track DNS?

  • Verify DNS configuration: Ensure your domain resolves to the correct IP address.
  • Troubleshoot connectivity issues: Identify where in the network path delays or failures occur.
  • Confirm server accessibility: Check if your web server is reachable from various locations.

How to Use Track DNS in cPanel

  1. Log in to your cPanel account.
  2. Locate and click on the Track DNS icon (usually under the Domains or Advanced section).
  3. Enter the domain name or IP address you want to check.
  4. Choose the desired option: DNS Lookup or Traceroute.
  5. Click Trace or Lookup to run the test.
  6. Review the results displayed, which will show IP addresses and network route details.

Example Use Cases

  • Confirm that example.com resolves to your hosting server IP.
  • Trace network hops to diagnose slow loading or connection timeouts.
  • Verify changes after updating DNS records to ensure propagation is complete.

Track DNS on Govaio Hosting

At Govaio.com, our hosting service includes cPanel access with the Track DNS tool so you can easily verify and troubleshoot your domain's DNS settings.

For assistance with DNS or hosting issues, contact us at:
📞 +91-657-3599171
🌐 www.govaio.com