lookup> KEY

KEY ·Record

for security key

value 25activeRFC 2536

Quick facts

TypeKEY

Value25

Statusactive

Meaningfor security key

SpecificationRFC 2536, RFC 2539, RFC 3110, RFC 4034

Purpose

What does a KEY record do?

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 2026-08-18

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