Using Name Servers ns1.kclouds.online & ns2.kclouds.online for Email Hosting

Using Name Servers ns1.kclouds.online & ns2.kclouds.online for Email Hosting

Introduction

Name servers are critical for directing internet traffic and DNS queries related to your domain. When you use ns1.kclouds.online and ns2.kclouds.online as your domain’s name servers, they manage your domain’s DNS settings, including those required for email hosting.

Why Use ns1.kclouds.online & ns2.kclouds.online Name Servers?

• Centralized DNS Management: Control your domain’s DNS records in one place.
• Email Reliability: Ensure MX records and other email-related DNS records are configured correctly for smooth email delivery.
• Performance & Security: Hosted name servers with optimized infrastructure improve DNS resolution speed and reduce downtime.

How to Set ns1.kclouds.online & ns2.kclouds.online as Your Domain’s Name Servers

1. Log in to your domain registrar’s control panel (where you bought your domain).
2. Locate the option to manage name servers or DNS settings.
3. Replace the existing name servers with the following:
   • ns1.kclouds.online
   • ns2.kclouds.online
4. Save the changes.
5. Wait for DNS propagation, which can take anywhere from a few minutes to 24-48 hours.

Configuring Email DNS Records with kclouds Name Servers

After updating your name servers, you need to ensure that your email-related DNS records are correctly set up:

• MX Records: Point to the mail servers handling your email (e.g., mail.yourdomain.com or your email hosting provider’s server).
• SPF Records: Authorize which servers can send email for your domain.
• DKIM Records: Enable digital signing of your emails.
• DMARC Records: Define policies for email authentication and reporting.

Steps to Manage DNS Records via kclouds Name Servers

1. Log in to the kclouds DNS management portal or your hosting control panel that manages the DNS zone for your domain.
2. Navigate to the DNS Zone Editor or similar section.
3. Add or verify your MX records for email routing. For example:

   Priority: 10
   Destination: mail.yourdomain.com

4. Add or update your SPF TXT record to include authorized mail servers, e.g.:

   v=spf1 a mx include:_spf.kclouds.online ~all

5. Enable or add DKIM records if your email provider supports it.
6. Add a DMARC record to define your domain’s email authentication policy.

Troubleshooting Tips

• If email is not working after changing name servers, double-check MX records are correctly set.
• Allow up to 48 hours for full DNS propagation.
• Use diagnostic tools to confirm SPF, DKIM, and DMARC settings.

Contact Support

For help configuring your email hosting with kclouds name servers, contact Hiverift Dev Support.