What is Dig?

Dig (Domain Information Groper) is a powerful network tool used to query DNS (Domain Name System) records. It allows you to look up information about domain names.

How to Use This Web Interface

1. Enter a Hostname or IP Address: Type the domain name or IP address you want to query.
2. Select Options: Choose from available options:
   • Type: Specify DNS record type (e.g., A, MX, NS, CNAME).
   • Nameservers: Select which nameservers to query.
   • Options: Set additional options like dnssec, short, trace, etc.
   • IP Version: Choose IPv4 or IPv6.
3. Click "Dig": Initiate the query.
4. View Results: See displayed DNS records and associated information.

Tips

• Using Options: Experiment with different options to customize queries.
• Explanation of Options: By placeing the cursor over an option, you will get an explanation of the usage. The same can be done with TTLs and record types in the output.
• Troubleshooting: Double-check input and try different options if you encounter errors.