Mastering DNS: Leveraging DNS Templates for Efficient Management

The journey of mastering DNS involves not only understanding the intricacies of record types, as explored in our previous guide, “Record Types — An In-Depth Exploration,” but also delving into advanced concepts for efficient management. In this installment, we shed light on DNS templates, a powerful option that streamlines the configuration process, enhancing consistency and efficiency across multiple domains.

Why Should You Use DNS Templates?

DNS templates serve as a time-saving solution, allowing you to avoid repetitive configuration tasks for each domain individually. With templates, common settings such as A records, CNAME records, MX records, and more can be predefined, ensuring uniformity and accuracy. This not only simplifies the management of multiple domains but also minimizes the chances of errors that may arise from manual configurations.

Creating and Using DNS Templates on NameSilo

Now, let’s transition from theory to practice with a step-by-step guide on creating and using DNS templates.

Applying Predefined Templates at NameSilo

Follow these steps to effortlessly apply predefined DNS templates to your domains on NameSilo:

Login to Your NameSilo Account

1. Begin the process by logging in to your NameSilo account using the provided username and password.

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Access Domain Manager

1. In the sidebar on the left, locate and open the Domain Manager.



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Open DNS Manager

1. Click on the blue globe icon 🌏 within the Domain Manager to access the DNS Manager.



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Navigate to DNS Templates

1. Scroll down to the DNS Templates section, which houses a selection of predefined templates for your convenience.

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Select and Apply

1. Choose the template that aligns with your requirements and click “Apply.” Confirm your selection by clicking “Accept” when the confirmation dialogue displays the records that will be added.

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Propagation Period

1. Exercise patience for approximately 15-20 minutes, allowing the DNS records to propagate across the network. For additional details, refer to our earlier article on propagation.

Create Custom Templates at NameSilo

Continue the process by following these steps to create personalized DNS templates on NameSilo:

Open DNS Manager

1. Click on the blue globe icon within the Domain Manager to access the DNS Manager.

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Add Desired Records

1. Customize your template by adding the necessary DNS records to meet your specific requirements. For guidance on creating DNS records, refer to our dedicated article on the topic.

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Convert to Template

1. Once your records are configured, click on ‘Make this a template’ to officially create a template from your customized DNS records.
2. Enter the template name and description on the form, then click ‘Submit’ to finalize the process.

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Template Ready for Application

1. Your template is now ready for use. Utilize this custom template for making bulk changes efficiently. For step-by-step instructions on applying bulk DNS records, check our detailed guide on the subject.

Incorporating DNS templates into your management toolkit seamlessly aligns with our broader objective of mastering DNS. Building on our exploration of record types and propagation in earlier guides, the introduction of templates amplifies the efficiency and uniformity of your DNS configurations. By embracing this streamlined approach, you empower yourself with a robust framework for effective domain management and configuration.