> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.stackryze.com/docs/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Introduction

> Connect your Stackryze Domain to any DNS provider — pick the one that fits your stack.

Stackryze Domains uses a **Bring Your Own DNS (BYOD)** approach. You can point your subdomain at any DNS provider that supports nameserver delegation.

This page lists popular providers that work well with Stackryze Domains, with a setup guide for each.

## Pick a provider

### Cloudflare

**Free tier:** Yes\
**Features:** Fast global network, DDoS protection, free SSL, analytics\
**Best for:** Most users, from beginners to advanced

<Card title="Cloudflare setup guide" icon="cloud" href="/docs/guides/domains/dns-providers/cloudflare">
  Step-by-step walkthrough with screenshots.
</Card>

### AWS Route 53

**Free tier:** Limited (first 12 months)\
**Features:** Highly reliable, integrates with AWS services, health checks\
**Best for:** AWS users, enterprise applications

<Card title="Route 53 setup guide" icon="aws" href="/docs/guides/domains/dns-providers/route53">
  Step-by-step walkthrough with screenshots.
</Card>

### Google Cloud DNS

**Free tier:** Limited\
**Features:** Low latency, integrates with GCP, DNSSEC support\
**Best for:** Google Cloud users, high-traffic applications

<Card title="Google Cloud DNS setup guide" icon="google" href="/docs/guides/domains/dns-providers/google-cloud-dns">
  Quick setup.
</Card>

### Azure DNS

**Free tier:** Limited\
**Features:** Integrates with Azure, high availability\
**Best for:** Microsoft Azure users

<Card title="Azure DNS setup guide" icon="microsoft" href="/docs/guides/domains/dns-providers/azure-dns">
  Quick setup.
</Card>

### DigitalOcean DNS

**Free tier:** Yes (with any DigitalOcean account)\
**Features:** Simple interface, free with any DigitalOcean service\
**Best for:** DigitalOcean users, simple setups

<Card title="DigitalOcean setup guide" icon="water" href="/docs/guides/domains/dns-providers/digitalocean">
  Step-by-step walkthrough with screenshots.
</Card>

### Hetzner DNS

**Free tier:** Yes\
**Features:** Free DNS hosting, simple API, reliable infrastructure\
**Best for:** Hetzner customers, European users

<Card title="Hetzner setup guide" icon="server" href="/docs/guides/domains/dns-providers/hetzner">
  Quick setup.
</Card>

### ClouDNS

**Free tier:** Yes\
**Features:** Free DNS hosting, multiple record types, API access\
**Best for:** Budget-conscious users, small projects

<Card title="ClouDNS setup guide" icon="cloud" href="/docs/guides/domains/dns-providers/cloudns">
  Quick setup.
</Card>

### Hurricane Electric (HE.net)

**Free tier:** Yes\
**Features:** Fully free, IPv6 support, DNSSEC\
**Best for:** Advanced users, IPv6 enthusiasts

<Card title="HE.net setup guide" icon="globe" href="/docs/guides/domains/dns-providers/hurricane-electric">
  Quick setup.
</Card>

### Namecheap FreeDNS

**Free tier:** Yes\
**Features:** Free DNS hosting, easy to use\
**Best for:** Namecheap customers, simple projects

<Card title="Namecheap FreeDNS setup" icon="tag" href="/docs/guides/domains/dns-providers/namecheap">
  Quick setup.
</Card>

### Vercel DNS

**Free tier:** Yes (with a Vercel account)\
**Features:** Automatic SSL, edge network, simple setup\
**Best for:** Vercel users, frontend developers

<Card title="Vercel DNS setup" icon="triangle" href="/docs/guides/domains/dns-providers/vercel-dns">
  Quick setup.
</Card>

### deSEC

**Free tier:** Yes\
**Features:** Free DNSSEC-enabled DNS, privacy-focused, open source\
**Best for:** Privacy-conscious users, DNSSEC requirements

<Card title="deSEC setup" icon="shield" href="/docs/guides/domains/dns-providers/desec">
  Quick setup.
</Card>

### PowerDNS (self-hosted)

**Free tier:** Yes (open source)\
**Features:** Self-hosted, API-driven, highly customizable\
**Best for:** Advanced users, custom infrastructure

<Card title="PowerDNS self-hosted setup" icon="server" href="/docs/guides/domains/dns-providers/powerdns">
  Full Docker-based setup with PostgreSQL.
</Card>

### Custom DNS server

**Free tier:** Depends on your software\
**Features:** Full control, any server stack you run\
**Best for:** Operators running their own DNS infrastructure

<Card title="Custom DNS server setup" icon="wrench" href="/docs/guides/domains/dns-providers/custom">
  Requirements and a reference zone file.
</Card>

## Choosing a provider

### For beginners

Start with [Cloudflare](/docs/guides/domains/dns-providers/cloudflare):

* Free tier with no rate limits.
* User-friendly dashboard.
* Excellent global performance.
* Built-in security features.

### For AWS users

[Route 53](/docs/guides/domains/dns-providers/route53) integrates cleanly with other AWS services.

### For budget projects

[Hurricane Electric](/docs/guides/domains/dns-providers/hurricane-electric) and [ClouDNS](/docs/guides/domains/dns-providers/cloudns) are fully free.

### For enterprise

[Route 53](/docs/guides/domains/dns-providers/route53), [Google Cloud DNS](/docs/guides/domains/dns-providers/google-cloud-dns), and [Azure DNS](/docs/guides/domains/dns-providers/azure-dns) provide enterprise-grade reliability with SLA guarantees.

## General requirements

Every DNS provider must meet these requirements:

* **Nameserver support** — must provide authoritative nameservers.
* **Zone management** — must allow you to create and manage DNS zones.
* **Public accessibility** — nameservers must be reachable from the internet.
* **Standard records** — must support `A`, `AAAA`, `CNAME`, `TXT`, `MX`, and other standard DNS records.

<Tip>
  Your DNS provider should let you create a zone for your subdomain (for example `yourname.indevs.in`, `yourname.sryze.cc`, `yourname.ryzedns.org`, or `yourname.nx.kg`) and provide at least two nameservers.
</Tip>

## Need help?

* [FAQ](/docs/guides/domains/faq)
* [Discord Community](https://discord.gg/wr7s97cfM7)
* [Email support](mailto:support@stackryze.com)

## Contributing

Know a provider that should be listed here? [Open a pull request](https://github.com/stackryze/docs) or [file an issue](https://github.com/stackryze/domains-docs/issues).