Set an A record for your domain

An A record maps a hostname to an IPv4 address. Use the specific address supplied by your website provider.

Choose the correct hostname

Panels often represent the root as @ or an empty field. www is separate. A platform may require an A record at the root and CNAME for www; follow its exact instructions.

Enter an IPv4 address, not a URL

Enter an IPv4 address, not a URL, port or path. 192.0.2.10 is a documentation example only. IPv6 addresses belong in AAAA records.

Review existing records

Preserve mail records when moving only the website. Check for an old AAAA record pointing elsewhere; IPv6-capable visitors may otherwise reach a different server.

Your practical checklist

• Use your provider’s IPv4 address.
• Configure root and www deliberately.
• Save the previous value.
• Check existing AAAA records.

Sources and further reading

• Cloudflare: DNS record types

Registration rules and provider functions can change. Check the current requirements for your domain before ordering or changing services.