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Cloudflare is a popular service that provides protection and performance improvements for websites. In this guide, we'll walk you through how to set up DNS records on Cloudflare for your website hosted on a QCKL server.

Step 1: Register and Add Your Site to Cloudflare

1. Create a Cloudflare Account:

   • Go to the Cloudflare website and sign up for an account or log in if you already have one.

2. Add Your Site:

   • Once logged in, click on "Add a Site".
   • Enter your website's domain name and click "Add Site".

3. Choose a Plan:

   • Select the appropriate plan for your needs. For most users, the free plan is sufficient. Click "Continue" to proceed.

Step 2: Update DNS Records

1. Scan Existing DNS Records:

   • Cloudflare will automatically scan your domain's existing DNS records. Review these records to ensure they are correct.

2. Add New DNS Records for Your QCKL Server:

   • Navigate to the "DNS" tab in the Cloudflare dashboard.

   • Add the following records, replacing example.com with your domain name and your_server_ip with the IP address of your QCKL server:

     • A Record:

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       Name: @ IPv4 address: your_server_ip Proxy status: Proxied

     • A Record (for www):

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       Name: www IPv4 address: your_server_ip Proxy status: Proxied

Step 3: Update NS Records with Your Domain Registrar

1. Obtain Cloudflare NS Records:

   • After adding your site to Cloudflare, you'll receive NS records (e.g., ns1.cloudflare.com and ns2.cloudflare.com).

2. Update NS Records with Your Domain Registrar:

   • Log in to your domain registrar account (e.g., GoDaddy, Namecheap).
   • Find the section for managing DNS or NS records.
   • Update the NS records by replacing the current ones with the Cloudflare-provided records.

Step 4: Verify and Complete Configuration

1. Check DNS Status on Cloudflare:

   • In the Cloudflare dashboard, go to the "Overview" tab.
   • Ensure that your site is active and that Cloudflare is correctly recognizing the updated NS records.

2. Check Your Website's Accessibility:

   • Open your browser and enter your domain name.
   • Verify that your website loads correctly.

By configuring DNS on Cloudflare for a site hosted on a QCKL server, you enhance your website's security and performance. Following these steps will help you easily set up DNS records and protect your site from various threats.

If you encounter any issues or have questions during the setup, the QCKL support team is always ready to assist you. We strive to provide you with the best tools and solutions for successfully managing your website.