Why would I dump all DNS records?

Common use cases: pre-migration backup, security audit to detect unauthorized records, troubleshooting complex DNS issues, documenting infrastructure, and compliance reporting.

Is this the same as a zone transfer (AXFR)?

No. AXFR is a DNS protocol that transfers the entire zone from a server. This tool queries common record types individually. AXFR is usually restricted to authorized secondary servers.

What record types are checked?

A, AAAA, MX, NS, TXT, CNAME, SOA, SRV, CAA, DNSKEY, DS, NSEC, NSEC3, RRSIG, and PTR records are queried when applicable.

Can I use this to migrate DNS providers?

Yes. Export all records, then import them at the new provider before updating nameservers at the registrar. Verify all records are correct at the new provider before switching NS records.

How often should I audit my DNS records?

At least quarterly for production domains. After any infrastructure change, provider migration, or security incident. Automated monitoring can detect unauthorized changes in real-time.

DNS Records Dump

Export all DNS records for a domain in a single view.

How to Use This Tool

What to Enter: Enter a domain name to export all its DNS records in a comprehensive dump format suitable for analysis and backup.
What You Get: Displays all DNS record types (A, AAAA, MX, NS, TXT, CNAME, SOA, SRV, CAA, DNSKEY, DS) with values, TTLs, and zone file formatting.

How to Interpret Results

Review each record type systematically: A/AAAA for hosting, MX for email, NS for delegation, TXT for policies and verification, CAA for certificate authority restrictions. Compare against your expected configuration to detect unauthorized changes or misconfigurations.

Common Issues & Troubleshooting

Zone transfers (AXFR) are typically disabled for security, so this tool queries each record type individually. Some records (like internal SRV records) may not be publicly visible. Wildcard records may mask the actual configuration.

Frequently Asked Questions

DNS Record Misconfiguration DNS TTL Too High DNS Cache Poisoning DNS Record Not Found DNS Zone Transfer Exposed DNS Delegation Broken Certificate Hostname Mismatch HTTP Redirect Loop