How to Check and Use Your Hostinger Website’s CDN CNAME

Your website needs to be fast. A slow site can drive visitors away. That’s where a CDN (Content Delivery Network) comes in. Hostinger offers a CDN to help speed up your site and keep it running smoothly.

If you’ve added the Hostinger CDN, you might need to check its CNAME record. This guide will show you how to find and use it in a fun and simple way.

What is a CDN CNAME?

A CNAME (Canonical Name) record is like a nickname for your website’s domain. Instead of pointing directly to an IP address, it redirects to another domain. When you use Hostinger’s CDN, your site gets a special CNAME to make sure traffic is routed through the CDN servers.

How to Find Your Hostinger CDN CNAME

Follow these simple steps to locate your CNAME.

1. Log in to your Hostinger account.
2. Go to Websites and select your domain.
3. Click on Speed in the left menu.
4. Find the section labeled CDN and click Settings.
5. Here, you’ll see your CNAME record. It should look something like this: example-cdn.hostingerdns.com.

If Hostinger manages your DNS, you don’t need to do anything. But if your domain’s DNS is managed elsewhere, you’ll need to update it.

How to Use the CDN CNAME

If your domain is not using Hostinger’s nameservers, you must add the CNAME to your DNS settings.

Updating the CNAME in a Third-Party DNS

Each DNS provider is a little different, but the steps are usually similar:

1. Log in to your domain registrar’s website.
2. Find the DNS settings or DNS Management.
3. Look for the option to add a New Record.
4. Choose CNAME as the record type.
5. In the Name field, enter www (or other subdomain if needed).
6. In the Target field, enter your Hostinger CDN address (e.g., example-cdn.hostingerdns.com).
7. Save the changes and wait for propagation.

DNS changes can take a few minutes or several hours. Be patient!

Checking if Your CDN is Working

Once you’ve added the CNAME, you’ll want to confirm that it’s active.

• Use an online tool like DNS Checker.
• Enter your website’s domain name.
• Choose CNAME as the record type.
• If you see your CDN address in the results, it’s working!

Why Use Hostinger’s CDN?

A CDN makes your website faster and more reliable. Here’s why you should use it:

• Faster speed: Content is loaded from a server near the visitor.
• Better security: Protection against DDoS attacks.
• Reliable performance: Less downtime and improved loading times.

What If the CNAME Isn’t Working?

If your site isn’t loading through the CDN, try these fixes:

• Check if the CNAME is correctly added to your DNS.
• Wait for DNS propagation (this can take up to 24 hours).
• Clear your browser cache or try a different browser.
• Contact Hostinger support if the issue persists.

Final Thoughts

Using Hostinger’s CDN CNAME is a smart way to speed up your site. It’s easy to check and set up if you follow these steps. With a little patience, your website will be faster and more secure.

Go ahead and check your CDN settings now. Your visitors will thank you for a faster experience!