Who This Is For / When to Use
Accounts transferring a domain into Kyrios.
Users at Step 3: Review DNS Records during a domain transfer.
Anyone who imported or scanned DNS records and wants to verify accuracy before proceeding.
Why Reviewing DNS Records Is Required
Domain transfers do not automatically guarantee correct DNS configuration.
Before finalizing a transfer, you must confirm:
All required DNS records exist.
Records match your current provider.
No critical records are missing or incorrect.
Failing to review DNS records can result in:
Website downtime
Email delivery failures
Verification issues for connected services
When DNS Review Happens
DNS review occurs during Step 3: Review DNS Records in the domain transfer flow.
At this stage, records may be populated by:
A zone file upload, or
An automatic DNS scan, or
Manual entry
You must verify them before continuing.
DNS Records You Must Check
Each record type serves a different function. All applicable records should be present.
A Records (Website Hosting)
Point your domain to the correct server IP.
Required for websites and funnels.
Missing A records usually cause website outages.
CNAME Records (Aliases)
Used for subdomains (for example,
www).Commonly required for landing pages, funnels, and tracking.
Ensure the target domain matches your previous provider.
MX Records (Email Delivery)
Control where incoming email is delivered.
Required for professional email.
Incorrect MX records will stop email from being received.
TXT Records (Verification and Security)
Used for domain ownership verification.
Commonly required for email authentication (SPF, DKIM, DMARC).
Missing TXT records may cause email to be marked as spam.
How to Review DNS Records
Follow these steps before finalizing the transfer:
Compare records against your current DNS provider.
Confirm all expected records are listed.
Check for typos in:
Host/name
Target/value
Priority (for MX records)
Ensure no required records are missing.
If something looks incorrect, fix it before proceeding.
How to Edit DNS Records During Review
You can make changes directly during the DNS review step.
You may:
Add missing records.
Edit existing records.
Delete incorrect or duplicate records.
Changes made here apply before the transfer is finalized.
What to Do If Records Are Missing
If records are missing:
Re-upload the DNS zone file, or
Manually add the missing records, or
Re-run the DNS scan (if available)
Do not proceed to finalization until all required records are present.
What Happens After You Confirm DNS Records
Once you proceed:
DNS records are locked in for transfer.
The domain moves to the Finalize Transfer step.
DNS changes may take time to propagate globally.
You can still edit DNS after the transfer completes, but correcting issues beforehand minimizes downtime.
Common Issues and Fixes
Website loads incorrectly or not at all
A record is missing or incorrect.
Confirm the IP address matches the previous provider.
Email is not receiving messages
MX records are missing or wrong.
Verify priorities and mail server values.
Email is going to spam
SPF, DKIM, or DMARC TXT records are missing.
Re-add email authentication records.
Records look different from the old provider
Some providers format records differently.
Focus on values, not formatting differences.
FAQ
Can I skip DNS review and fix issues later?
You can, but it is not recommended. Fixing DNS issues before finalizing prevents downtime.
Are DNS records copied automatically during transfer?
No. DNS records must be imported, scanned, or added manually.
Can I edit DNS records after the transfer completes?
Yes. DNS records remain editable after transfer, but changes may take time to propagate.
How long do DNS changes take to apply?
Most changes apply within minutes, but full propagation can take up to 48 hours.
What records are most critical to verify?
A records (websites) and MX records (email) are the most critical to check before finalizing.