UltraDNS FAQs

• Managed DNS: Professional DNS hosting with high availability and performance.
• Traffic Management: Load balancing and routing for optimal user experiences.
• DNS Security: DDoS protection, DNSSEC (Domain Name System Security Extensions), and other built in security features.
• Global Anycast Network: A globally distributed network of DNS servers for fast response times.
• Domain Failover: Automatic redirection of traffic if a primary server goes down.

• Performance: UltraDNS uses a global anycast network, ensuring reliable resolution and low latency.
• Reliability: The service offers robust failover and redundancy mechanisms to minimize downtime.
• Security: UltraDNS provides advanced security features such as DNSSEC and protection against DDoS attacks.
• Scalability: The platform can handle large volumes of DNS queries, making it suitable for both small businesses and large enterprises.
• Analytics & Reporting: Insightful DNS traffic analytics and reporting tools to optimize performance.

DNSSEC (Domain Name System Security Extensions) is a suite of extensions to DNS that provides a layer of security by digitally signing DNS data, preventing attacks like cache poisoning. UltraDNS offers DNSSEC support to ensure the integrity and authenticity of DNS responses.

To set up UltraDNS for your domain, follow these steps:

1. Create an account on the UltraDNS platform.
2. Add your domain to the UltraDNS portal.
3. Update your domain’s nameservers to point to UltraDNS in your domain registrar's settings.
4. Configure DNS records (A, MX, CNAME, etc.) via the UltraDNS management console.

UltraDNS allows you to manage a wide range of DNS record types, including:

• A (Address Record)
• CNAME (Canonical Name Record)
• MX (Mail Exchange Record)
• TXT (Text Record)
• NS (Name Server Record)
• PTR (Pointer Record)
• SRV (Service Locator Record)
• AAAA (IPv6 Address Record)

Yes, UltraDNS offers traffic management solutions, including Global Traffic Management (GTM) and Load Balancing. These features allow you to distribute traffic across multiple servers or data centers based on performance, geographic location, or server health.

UltraDNS offers built-in DDoS protection as part of its managed DNS service. It leverages its global infrastructure and security technologies to absorb and mitigate large-scale DDoS attacks on the DNS servers, ensuring your DNS remains responsive and available even under attack.

UltraDNS provides a 100% uptime guarantee for its managed DNS services, ensuring minimal downtime and high availability for your domain.

UltraDNS offers a variety of pricing plans depending on your needs, including:

• Basic DNS Hosting for small to medium-sized websites.
• Enterprise Solutions for large businesses with higher demands for traffic, security, and uptime. For specific pricing information, please contact sales.

If you encounter DNS issues, you can:

• Check your DNS configuration in the UltraDNS portal.
• Use UltraDNS’s diagnostic tools to identify problems with DNS resolution.
• Contact UltraDNS support for assistance if the issue persists.

Yes, UltraDNS supports IPv6. You can configure your DNS records to support both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses for your domains.

Yes, UltraDNS can integrate with various content delivery networks (CDNs), cloud services, and web hosting providers. For specific integrations, consult UltraDNS documentation or support for configuration assistance.

Yes, UltraDNS offers detailed DNS analytics and reporting tools, allowing you to monitor DNS query traffic, response times, and other performance metrics. These reports help optimize DNS configuration and troubleshoot any potential issues.

UltraDNS includes several security features:

• DNSSEC for DNS data integrity.
• DDoS protection to safeguard against large-scale attacks.
• Rate limiting and query filtering to prevent malicious behavior.
• Traffic encryption to secure DNS queries

DNS management is a service that lets businesses optimize their web traffic and boost performance by leveraging a provider’s network. With a dedicated DNS host, you can manage your DNS records, streamline IT workflows, and improve end-user experiences.

A DNS record is where DNS servers create a record that provides vital information about a domain, specifically the current IP address.