Hostinger DNS Management 2026: How to Edit DNS Records in hPanel
Hostinger DNS management in hPanel lets you add, edit, and delete all major DNS record types — A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT, SRV, and NS. Changes take 1-4 hours to propagate globally. The interface is beginner-friendly with plain-language labels and preset templates for common configurations.
How to Access DNS Management in hPanel
To manage DNS records in Hostinger: log into hPanel → go to Domains → Manage → DNS Zone Editor (or navigate to the domain and click 'DNS/Nameservers'). You'll see all current DNS records for your domain in a table format.
From this panel you can view, add, edit, and delete records. Changes are saved immediately and begin propagating to global DNS servers, though full propagation takes 1-4 hours (up to 24 hours in rare cases).
DNS Record Types Explained
A Record: Maps your domain to an IPv4 address. The most fundamental record — points yourdomain.com to your server IP (e.g., 185.185.185.185).
AAAA Record: Same as A record but for IPv6 addresses. Less commonly needed but important for future-proofing.
CNAME Record: Maps a subdomain to another domain name. Use it to point blog.yourdomain.com to your hosting provider's address or to verify domain ownership for external services.
MX Record: Tells mail servers where to deliver email for your domain. You'll need to set these when setting up email hosting.
TXT Record: Stores text data. Used for domain verification (Google Search Console, email providers), SPF records, DKIM keys, and DMARC policies.
SRV Record: Specifies servers for specific services (VoIP, gaming, Microsoft Teams). Less common for typical websites.
NS Record: Specifies which nameservers are authoritative for your domain. Changing these delegates DNS control to another service (like Cloudflare).
Common DNS Tasks in Hostinger hPanel
Point domain to an external host: Add an A record with your hostname (@ for root, or subdomain) and the external server's IP address.
Set up Google Workspace email: Add 5 Google MX records (provided by Google) and delete any existing MX records pointing to Hostinger.
Verify domain ownership: Add a TXT record with the verification string provided by Google Search Console, Facebook, or other services.
Add SPF for email: Add a TXT record at @ with value: v=spf1 include:_spf.hostinger.com ~all
Set up a subdomain: Add an A record for subdomain.yourdomain.com pointing to the appropriate server IP.
DNS Propagation: How Long Changes Take
When you save a DNS record change in hPanel, Hostinger's nameservers update immediately. However, the rest of the internet (ISPs, browsers, recursive resolvers) still has the old record cached based on the TTL (Time to Live) setting.
Most DNS changes propagate globally within 1-4 hours. Records with a short TTL (like 300 seconds) propagate faster. For critical changes like MX records or A record updates, temporarily lower your TTL to 300 before making the change to speed up propagation.
Check propagation progress at whatsmydns.net or dnschecker.org — both show how records are propagating across global servers in real time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I find the DNS settings in Hostinger hPanel?
In hPanel, go to Domains → find your domain → click Manage → DNS Zone Editor. If your domain is managed through the hosting section, you can also access DNS settings from the hosting dashboard under domains.
How long do DNS changes take on Hostinger?
Most DNS changes propagate in 1-4 hours. If you recently changed nameservers or made major DNS updates, allow up to 24 hours for full global propagation. Use dnschecker.org to monitor propagation progress in real time.
Can I add multiple A records for the same domain on Hostinger?
Yes. Multiple A records for the same hostname are used for load balancing or failover. Hostinger's DNS Zone Editor supports this — just add a second A record with the same hostname but a different IP address.
How do I set up SPF for Hostinger email in DNS?
Add a TXT record at your root domain (@) with the value: v=spf1 include:_spf.hostinger.com ~all — This authorizes Hostinger's servers to send email on behalf of your domain, improving deliverability.
Can I import DNS records into Hostinger?
Hostinger's DNS Zone Editor supports adding records individually but doesn't have a bulk import feature for BIND zone files. For large DNS migrations, add records manually or contact Hostinger support for assistance.
What happens to my DNS if I cancel Hostinger hosting?
If your domain is registered with Hostinger and hosting is cancelled, DNS records remain intact as long as the domain registration is active. If you cancel both hosting and domain, DNS stops working when the domain expires.
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