How to Edit or Remove a DNS Record in cPanel on Tublat

Introduction

DNS records are the backbone that determine how your domain resolves for websites, email, and other services. On occasion, you’ll need to edit an existing record (e.g. change IP address, target host, priority) or remove a record that’s no longer needed. With Tublat hosting, you can manage these changes via cPanel’s Zone Editor / DNS Zone Manager. This guide walks you through safe and effective editing or removal of DNS records, along with best practices and troubleshooting tips.

Why You Might Need to Edit or Remove a DNS Record

• Your server’s IP address changed, requiring an update to the A record.

• You moved email hosting and need to change or remove MX records.

• You replaced a service and must update a CNAME alias to point to a new host.

• You want to remove old or conflicting records (e.g., obsolete TXT or SRV entries).

• You need to correct mistakes or clean up DNS clutter for clearer management.

Modifying DNS incorrectly can break site access, email delivery, or service integrations—so always proceed carefully.

Prerequisites

Before modifying or removing DNS records:

1. Ensure you have cPanel access and permission to manage DNS (Zone Editor).

2. Know the exact record name, type, and current values you intend to change.

3. Understand that DNS changes will propagate over time (minutes to hours).

4. Make a backup (screenshot or export) of all current DNS records before changes.

Step-by-Step: How to Edit a DNS Record in cPanel (Tublat)

1. Log in to your Tublat cPanel
   Use your domain’s cPanel login or via your hosting dashboard.

2. Open the Zone Editor / DNS Manager
   In cPanel, under the “Domains” or “Domains / DNS” section, click Zone Editor or DNS Zone Manager.

3. Click “Manage” for the Domain
   Next to the domain whose DNS zone you wish to modify, click Manage to display all the records.

4. Locate the Record to Edit
   Scroll or filter the records list to find the record you want to change (by name / type). The listing typically shows Name, TTL, Type, Record, and Actions (Edit/Delete).

5. Click “Edit”
   Press the Edit button beside the record. Some DNS record entries also support inline editing, letting you tweak fields directly.

6. Modify the Record Fields

   • Name / Host: alias, subdomain or root (often @ or blank).

   • TTL: update time-to-live if required.

   • Type Specific Fields:

     • For A record: change the IPv4 address.

     • For CNAME: change the target host (must be a hostname, not IP).

     • For MX: change the mail server or priority.

     • For TXT / SRV / other types: update text, weight, priority, target accordingly.
       Be careful not to break syntax or introduce invalid values.

7. Save Changes
   Click Save Record or Update. The table will reload with the updated value.

8. Verify the Update
   Use tools like dig, nslookup, or online DNS lookup services to confirm that your updated record is resolving correctly.

Step-by-Step: How to Remove a DNS Record in cPanel

1. Access the DNS Zone Editor
   Log in to cPanel and access DNS / Zone Editor → Manage the respective domain.

2. Scroll to the Record You Want to Delete
   Identify the record by name and type (e.g. A, CNAME, MX).

3. Click “Delete”
   Click the Delete or trash icon next to the record. Confirm the deletion if prompted.

4. Confirm Record Removal
   The record should be removed from the list. Use DNS lookup tools to ensure it no longer resolves.

5. Verify No Service Interruptions
   Make sure the removed record wasn’t essential — double-check website, email or service functionality.

Best Practices & Tips

• Always backup your DNS zone before making changes.

• Reduce TTL during testing (e.g. 300 seconds) to make changes propagate faster. After validation, raise TTL for stability.

• Avoid leaving your domain without essential records (e.g. ensure a valid A or MX remains).

• When migrating or switching services, add new records first, test them, then remove old ones.

• After updating, flush your local DNS cache and test from different networks.

• If Edit/Delete options are missing, your Tublat plan might restrict DNS editing — contact support.

• Keep some time buffer for DNS propagation — full global update can take minutes to hours.

Common Errors & Troubleshooting

• Cannot edit or delete: DNS editing might be disabled at the account level.

• Changes not appearing: TTL or DNS caching delays propagation.

• Service breaks: You may have removed or altered a vital record. Restore the backup.

• Invalid syntax or hostnames: Mistyped hostnames or values can break resolution.

• Conflicting records: A single name cannot have conflicting record types (e.g. A and CNAME).

• Propagation errors: Check using different DNS servers or over time to confirm the change has taken effect.

Why This Matters for Tublat Users

For Tublat clients, the ability to edit or remove any DNS record via cPanel means you maintain full control over how your domain behaves—whether for websites, email, or integrations. Proper DNS management helps you redirect traffic seamlessly, upgrade services, or correct configuration errors. With the steps in this guide, you can perform changes confidently, minimize downtime, and keep your domain routing clean and reliable.