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Purpose
for security key
KEY is one of the DNS resource record (RR) types defined by RFC 2536, RFC 2539, RFC 3110, RFC 4034.
Related record types
Frequently asked questions
Used for DNS resolution and zone configuration.
In the DNS management panel of your registrar or DNS provider (for example Cloudflare or Route53).
Sources & standards
Updated 2026-09-13
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