
DNS lookup API
The DNS lookup API Actor offers a robust solution for performing domain name system queries through Apify's platform. Users can input domain names or IP addresses to retrieve detailed DNS information, including A, AAAA, MX, CNAME, TXT, NS, and PTR records, along with metadata such as TTL values and response times.
Key features
- Bulk DNS lookup processing: Handle multiple domains at once, saving time and effort.
- Comprehensive DNS record support: Access all major DNS record types with detailed parsing and formatting.
- Real-time DNS propagation checking: Verify DNS changes across multiple global servers quickly.
- Error handling and retry mechanisms: Ensure reliability with automatic retries for failed queries.
Target audience
This Actor is designed for cybersecurity professionals conducting domain reconnaissance, web developers validating DNS configurations, IT administrators monitoring network infrastructure, digital marketers researching competitor domains, and data analysts requiring DNS intelligence for various projects.
Benefits
- Eliminate custom scripts: No need for manual DNS query scripts.
- Reliable and scalable: Utilize Apify's infrastructure for dependable DNS lookups.
- Structured JSON output: Easily integrate with existing workflows.
- Automated DNS monitoring: Simplify tasks that would otherwise require complex manual processes or expensive tools.