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PTR ·Record

a domain name pointer

value 12activeRFC 1035

Quick facts

TypePTR

Value12

Statusactive

Meaninga domain name pointer

SpecificationRFC 1035

Purpose

What does a PTR record do?

a domain name pointer

PTR is one of the DNS resource record (RR) types defined by RFC 1035.

Example

4.3.2.1.in-addr.arpa. 3600 IN PTR host.example.com.

Related record types

Common uses

Common services

Reverse DNSEmail reputation

Frequently asked questions

Reverse DNS lookups, Anti-spam verification

In the DNS management panel of your registrar or DNS provider (for example Cloudflare or Route53).

Sources & standards

Updated 2026-08-18

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