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Update Nameservers

How to update nameservers for your domains

You can update the name servers for domains registered with Deqo directly from your domain portfolio. Changing name servers determines where DNS is managed for your domain.

What changing nameservers means

  • Updating name servers moves DNS management away from Deqo

  • DNS records configured in Deqo will no longer apply

Make sure that:

  • The domain is registered with Deqo

  • You have the correct name server values from your DNS provider
    (for example: ns1.provider.com, ns2.provider.com)

Name servers must be hostnames, not IP addresses.

A transfer lock does not prevent name server updates.

How to update nameservers in Deqo

  1. Go to Portfolio

  2. Select the domain you want to manage

  3. Open the DNS tab

  4. Locate the Nameservers section

  5. Select custom name servers

  6. Enter the new name server values provided by your DNS provider

  7. Save your changes

The update is submitted immediately after saving.

Propagation time

  • Changes may begin working within minutes

  • Full global propagation can take up to 24–48 hours

  • During this time, websites or email services may behave inconsistently

Propagation depends on DNS caching and is outside Deqo’s control.

Important notes

  • Most providers require at least two name servers

  • Once you point away from Deqo name servers:

    • DNS records managed in Deqo will no longer apply

    • All DNS changes must be made at the new provider

  • Incorrect name servers may cause:

    • Website downtime

    • Email delivery issues

Troubleshooting

If name server updates do not work as expected:

  • Double-check the name server values for accuracy

  • Allow sufficient time for propagation

  • Confirm DNS configuration at the new provider

If you need help verifying your name servers or resolving DNS issues, contact Deqo Support.

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