# DigitalOcean DNS Setup for Stackryze Domains

This guide shows you how to use DigitalOcean DNS as your DNS provider for your Stackryze Domains subdomain.

# Why DigitalOcean DNS?

• Free DNS Hosting: Included with any DigitalOcean account
• Simple Interface: Easy-to-use control panel
• Reliable Infrastructure: Built on DigitalOcean's global network
• Fast Propagation: Quick DNS updates
• API Access: Automate DNS management

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# Prerequisites

Before you begin:

• Registered subdomain on domain.stackryze.com
• DigitalOcean account - Sign up here

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# Step 1: Login to DigitalOcean Dashboard

1. Log in to your DigitalOcean Dashboard
2. Navigate to "Networking" in the left sidebar
3. Click on "Networking"

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# Step 2: Navigate to Domains Tab

1. Click on the "Domains" tab
2. If this is your first time, you may need to add a payment method
3. Fill in your payment details/credentials to proceed
4. Once payment is set up, click "Add a domain" button

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# Step 3: Add Your Domain

1. In the domain input field, enter your full subdomain (e.g., yourname.indevs.in)
2. Click "Add Domain" button

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# Step 4: Copy Your DigitalOcean Nameservers

After adding the domain, DigitalOcean will display your nameservers:

1. You'll see three nameservers like:

   ns1.digitalocean.com
   ns2.digitalocean.com
   ns3.digitalocean.com

2. Copy all three nameservers - you'll need them in the next step

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# Step 5: Update Nameservers in Stackryze Domains

Now add the DigitalOcean nameservers to your Stackryze domain:

1. Log in to domain.stackryze.com
2. Update nameservers with your DigitalOcean nameservers
3. Click "Save"

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# Step 6: Create an A Record

Now add your DNS records in DigitalOcean:

1. In DigitalOcean, go to your domain's DNS management page
2. Click "Create new record" or "Add record" button

3. Select "A" as the record type
4. Fill in the details:
   • Hostname: @ (for root domain) or your subdomain name
   • Will Direct To: Your server's IP address (e.g., 192.0.2.1)
   • TTL: 3600 (1 hour) or your preferred value
5. Click "Create Record"

That's it! All steps are done. 🎉

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# SSL Configuration

SSL Handling:

• DigitalOcean DNS provides DNS services only
• SSL certificates must be managed by your hosting provider

For Common Hosting Platforms:

• Vercel/Netlify: Automatic SSL provisioning
• GitHub Pages: Automatic SSL after DNS verification
• DigitalOcean App Platform: Free automatic SSL certificates
• Custom Server: Use Let's Encrypt or commercial certificates

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# Common Issues

# Domain Not Added

Solution:

• Verify you entered the complete subdomain
• Check that you have an active DigitalOcean account
• Ensure subdomain format is correct
• Try refreshing the page and retry

# DNS Not Resolving

Solution:

• Verify nameservers are correctly updated in your Stackryze dashboard
• Wait 10-30 minutes for DNS propagation
• Check DNS records in DigitalOcean
• Use DNS Checker to verify
• Ensure all three nameservers are entered correctly

# Records Not Updating

Solution:

• Check TTL value - changes may be cached
• Verify record syntax is correct
• Ensure no conflicting records exist
• Wait for TTL period to expire before expecting changes

# Domain Not Working After Setup

Solution:

• Verify nameservers in Stackryze dashboard match DigitalOcean
• Check DNS records in DigitalOcean
• Clear browser and DNS cache
• Wait up to 48 hours for full propagation

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# Advanced Features

• API Access: Manage DNS programmatically via DigitalOcean API
• IPv6 Support: Full support for AAAA records
• CAA Records: Certificate Authority Authorization
• SRV Records: Service records for advanced configurations
• Bulk Operations: Manage multiple records efficiently

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# Additional Resources

• DigitalOcean DNS Documentation
• DigitalOcean API Documentation
• DNS Propagation Checker

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