How do I modify my A record using cPanel? 

Last reviewed: 27th September 2026

Quick Answer

You can modify an A Record in cPanel through the Zone Editor. An A Record maps a domain name or subdomain to an IPv4 address and is commonly updated when migrating a website to a new server.

Steps to Modify an A Record in cPanel

Step 1: Log in to cPanel

Enter your username and password to access your cPanel account.

Step 2: Open the Zone Editor

Under the Domains section, click Zone Editor.

Step 3: Locate Your Domain

Find the domain for which you want to modify the A Record.

Step 4: Manage DNS Records

Click Manage next to the domain.

Step 5: Find the A Record

Locate the A Record you wish to modify.

Examples:

• example.com
• www.example.com
• mail.example.com

Step 6: Edit the Record

Click Edit beside the A Record.

Step 7: Update the IP Address

Replace the existing IP address in the Record field with the new server IP address.

Example:

Old IP:

123.123.123.123

New IP:

111.111.111.111

Step 8: Save the Changes

Click Save Record to apply the changes.

Step 9: Verify the Update

Allow DNS propagation and verify that the domain is resolving to the new IP address using the URL below.

https://www.whatsmydns.net

How to Add a New A Record

Step 1: Open Zone Editor

Navigate to Domains → Zone Editor.

Step 2: Manage the Domain

Click Manage next to the domain.

Step 3: Add a New Record

Click + Add Record.

Step 4: Select A Record

Choose A Record.

Step 5: Enter the Required Details

• Name: The host or subdomain name.
• Address: The destination IPv4 address.
• TTL: Leave the default value unless otherwise instructed.

Step 6: Save the Record

Click Save Record.

Common Problems

Website Not Loading After Changing the A Record

• Verify that the new IP address is correct.
• Ensure the web hosting account is active on the destination server.
• Allow time for DNS propagation.

Changes Are Not Reflected Immediately

• DNS propagation can take some time to update globally.
• Clear your browser cache and local DNS cache before testing.

Unable to Edit DNS Records

• Verify that the cPanel server is in charge of the domain’s DNS.
• If the domain uses third-party nameservers (such as Cloudflare or another DNS provider), the A Record must be updated there instead.

Unable to Locate the Zone Editor

• Access to DNS administration may be limited in certain hosting packages.
• Contact your hosting administrator if the feature is unavailable.

Additional Information

An A Record (Address Record) connects a domain name or subdomain to an IPv4 address.

Common uses of A Records include:

• Pointing a website to a hosting server.
• Directing a subdomain to a specific server.
• Migrating a website to a new hosting provider.
• Configuring development or staging environments.

Example:

example.com → 111.111.111.111

www.example.com → 111.111.111.111

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