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Edge DNS
Keep your domains online, fast, and protected. Host authoritative DNS zones across Azion's distributed infrastructure with native DDoS protection, DNSSEC, and full API control.
Average query resolution time
Uptime SLA with automatic failover
Native DDoS protection included
Authoritative DNS built to stay online
Global distributed architecture
Host authoritative DNS on globally distributed nameservers with automatic geographic redundancy, keeping domains accessible worldwide.
Enterprise-grade security
Native DDoS protection, DNSSEC authentication, and threat detection prevent poisoning, hijacking, and unauthorized zone access.
Manage zones your way
Use an intuitive console or REST API to create, update, and manage DNS records programmatically.
Optimized global DNS performance
Automatic geographic routing resolves queries from the nearest location, delivering consistent DNS resolution under 10ms on average.
Full visibility into every query
Track query counts, response times, threats blocked, and query distribution with Real-Time Metrics for complete DNS visibility.
Developer-first API
GraphQL and REST APIs enable automated zone management, record operations, and DNSSEC configuration.
Security at every layer of your DNS
Authoritative DNS with enterprise uptime
Deploy your DNS on authoritative nameservers across Azion's distributed infrastructure. Get 99.99% SLA uptime, automatic failover, real-time health monitoring, and instant propagation globally.
DNSSEC and cryptographic authentication
Protect against DNS spoofing, poisoning, and hijacking with DNSSEC digital signatures backed by automatic Chain of Trust validation for every DNS response.
Users are consistently routed to legitimate destinations, with DNSSEC enforced either at the client level or through built-in infrastructure protection..
Native DDoS protection and threat detection
Mitigate DNS flood attacks, amplification attempts, and malicious queries using intelligent traffic analysis, automatic rate limiting, and real-time threat detection.
Every query is evaluated proactively, preventing abuse and protecting service availability without additional configuration.
Edge DNS for every business need
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an authoritative DNS service?
An authoritative DNS service stores the official DNS records for a domain and responds directly to DNS queries from users and applications. Unlike recursive resolvers that cache responses from other servers, authoritative DNS ensures accurate and up-to-date domain resolution. Edge DNS delivers authoritative DNS across globally distributed infrastructure, providing high availability, fast response times, and geographic redundancy.
How does Edge DNS achieve 99.99% uptime?
Edge DNS achieves high availability through geographic distribution, infrastructure redundancy, and automatic failover. It operates across multiple global locations and automatically routes queries to available servers if any location becomes unavailable, eliminating single points of failure and maintaining continuous DNS availability.
What is DNSSEC and do I need it?
DNSSEC (Domain Name System Security Extensions) adds cryptographic digital signatures to DNS responses, helping prevent DNS spoofing and poisoning attacks. It ensures users reach authentic destinations instead of attacker-controlled domains. While not mandatory for basic DNS usage, DNSSEC is strongly recommended for financial services, government platforms, and any application where domain trust and integrity are critical. Edge DNS supports full DNSSEC implementation.
How is Edge DNS different from my current DNS provider?
Edge DNS combines authoritative DNS hosting with native security and performance built into Azion's distributed infrastructure. Unlike traditional DNS providers, Edge DNS offers native DDoS protection, DNSSEC support, real-time threat detection, and global geographic distribution, all integrated into one platform for seamless management.
Can I manage Edge DNS programmatically?
Yes. Enterprise DNS services typically provide APIs for automation and infrastructure-as-code workflows. Edge DNS offers complete REST and GraphQL API access for zone creation, record management, DNSSEC configuration, and monitoring, allowing teams to automate DNS operations, integrate with CI/CD pipelines, and manage large-scale environments programmatically.
What happens during a DDoS attack on my DNS?
During a DNS DDoS attack, malicious traffic attempts to overwhelm DNS servers and disrupt domain resolution. Edge DNS automatically detects and mitigates these attacks using intelligent traffic analysis, rate limiting, and threat detection mechanisms that block flood and amplification attacks before they impact availability, keeping DNS services responsive even under attack.
How does Edge DNS pricing work?
Edge DNS pricing is based on the number of DNS queries processed. You pay only for what you use — no hidden fees for zones, records, or DNSSEC. Check the pricing page for current rates, or contact sales for volume discounts and enterprise agreements.
Can I migrate my existing DNS to Edge DNS?
Yes. Import your DNS zone files, update your domain registrar's nameserver records to point to Azion's nameservers, and monitor the migration with Real-Time Metrics. The entire process typically takes minutes, with zero downtime when done correctly. Our documentation provides step-by-step migration guides.