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A request for some or all records the server has available

value 255activeRFC 1035

Quick facts

Type*

Value255

Statusactive

MeaningA request for some or all records the server has available

SpecificationRFC 1035, RFC 6895, RFC 8482

Purpose

What does a * record do?

A request for some or all records the server has available

* is one of the DNS resource record (RR) types defined by RFC 1035, RFC 6895, RFC 8482.

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 2026-08-18

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