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How to Configure Reverse DNS for Vultr Load Balancer

Updated on November 27, 2024

Configuring Reverse DNS and Adding IPv6 Addresses for your Vultr Load Balancer enhances network management and accessibility. Reverse DNS allows you to map your load balancer's IP address to a hostname, improving domain reputation and troubleshooting capabilities. Adding IPv6 addresses ensures your services are accessible over the newer IP protocol, providing broader connectivity and future-proofing your infrastructure.

Follow the steps below to configure Reverse DNS and add IPv6 addresses for your Vultr Load Balancer using the Vultr Customer Portal.

  • Vultr Customer Portal

  1. Navigate to Products and click Load Balancer.

    Load Balancer option in products menu

  2. Click your target Load Balancer to open its management page.

    Selection of a target Load Balancer

  3. Click Configuration.

    Button to open Load Balancer configuration window

  4. Click Networking.

    Button to open Networking window

  5. Scroll down to change the IPv4 Reverse DNS Hostname. Click Save Changes.

    Field to change the Reverse DNS Hostname

  6. Scroll down to add IPv6 address.

  7. Add IP, Reverse DNS, click Add Reverse Entry.

    Fields to add a Reverse Entry for Load Balancer