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Learn<\/a> \/ Glossary<\/a> \/ Domains & DNS<\/a><\/div>

Nameserver Explained.<\/em><\/h1>
In one sentence<\/small>A nameserver is a server that holds your domain’s DNS records and answers the internet’s questions about where your website and email are located.<\/div><\/div><\/section>

What It Is<\/h2>

A nameserver is a computer that stores your domain’s DNS records and answers lookups for them. Your registrar keeps a note saying which nameservers are in charge of your domain, usually two or more for backup. Picture a receptionist who knows which office everyone sits in. Anyone asking for your domain is sent to that receptionist for directions.<\/p>

Why It Matters for Your Business<\/h2>

Changing nameservers moves control of all your DNS records to a new provider at once. That is a big switch. If a business points its nameservers to a new web host but forgets to recreate its email records there, email can stop arriving. Knowing where your nameservers point tells you where to make DNS changes.<\/p>

Good to Know<\/h2>

If your DNS edits seem to have no effect, check your nameservers first. You may be editing records at a company that is not actually in charge of your domain. A WHOIS lookup or your registrar’s dashboard will show which nameservers your domain is using right now, so start there before changing anything.<\/p>

Related terms<\/h4>
DNS<\/a>DNS record<\/a>Domain registrar<\/a>DNS propagation<\/a>Web hosting<\/a><\/div><\/div>