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About PTRDNS

PTRDNS is a managed DNS hosting platform built by operators, for operators.

It’s PowerDNS-based design makes DNS management simple, flexible, and reliable, without giving up control or visibility. PTRDNS relies on open protocols, resilient infrastructure and simple, straightforward design choices to offer you predictable performance and zero surprises.

Why choose PTRDNS over all other DNS hosting companies?

With so many free DNS hosting services out there, why pick PTRDNS? Here’s why:

  • Flexibility: PTRDNS supports three zone types:
    • Primary zones – manage the records at PTRDNS, transfer data to secondaries.
    • Secondary zones – PTRDNS pulls data from another provider.
    • Native zones – use only PTRDNS nameservers, manage the records at PTRDNS.
  • Industry-standard Protocols: PTRDNS uses the standard AXFR protocol for zone transfers, making it compatible with any host supporting inbound or outbound transfers. It also supports the PowerDNS API, so you can keep your zones in a Git repository and use tools like Terraform or OctoDNS to update records.
    DNSSEC can be enabled on each zone with a one-click operation.
  • TLS Certificates: You can generate TLS certificates using any tool like Certbot or acme.sh, simply by setting your API key.
  • Resilience: PTRDNS deploys nameservers across at least three different networks in geographically diverse regions. This isn’t just for redundancy, it’s to ensure your DNS remains operational even during natural disasters or connectivity issues in a specific region.
  • Multi-domain Nameservers: PTRDNS nameservers are accessible via three different domains: ptrdns.net, ptrdns.org, and ptrdns.eu. Each is registered with a different registrar and resides in a different TLD, protecting against incidents like the July 2024 debacle when a DNS provider lost service due to a registrar dispute over a false complaint.
  • Security: PTRDNS is built with security as a priority, using the industry-standard Keycloak authentication platform to store logins and passwords, with optional two-factor authentication (TOTP-based 2FA).
  • Powerful Web Interface: In addition to API management, PTRDNS offers a robust web editor for creating and updating zones, records, and TSIG keys.
  • Generous Query Allowances: Each account comes with a large monthly query allowance, ranging from 5 million queries per month (qpm) to 300 million qpm. While there’s no hard limit on the number of records per zone, zones with over 1,000 records should be configured as native for optimal performance.

PTRDNS isn’t just another DNS hosting service: it’s built to give you full control, flexibility, and resilience that other providers simply can’t match. Whether you need seamless integration with industry-standard tools, robust support for primary and secondary zones, or a powerful web interface for easy management, PTRDNS has you covered.

Ready to take control of your DNS with a service that prioritizes reliability and security? Subscribe to PTRDNS today and experience the difference. With flexible plans, comprehensive support, and great performance, PTRDNS is the smart choice for anyone serious about managing their domains.