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Change Name Server

What is name server?

Name server is a program or computer server that maps a human-recognizable identifier (hostname) of a host to its computer-recognizable identifier (IP address).

How to change Name Server Setting?

Step 1: Log-in: https://www.hkdnr.hk/apps/login?lang=eng/
Step 2: Once you have logged in, click “DNS” button on the domain name
Step 3: Input the preferred name servers and replace the current name servers

Will my original website and email be down since the name server changed?

Original website and email will not down since the name server changed

I am using a 3rd party’s DNS server. Can I switch it to your DNS server?

Yes, you can change it to HKDNR DNS server.

What is the fee for modifications on name servers?

For domain names registered under the latest HKDNR Registration Agreement,
the modifications of name server information is FREE of charge. For domain names registered under the Old Contract, an administrative fee (HK$200) will be charged for each modification request.

What are the procedures for modifying information on the name servers?

Step 1: Log-in: https://www.hkdnr.hk/apps/login?lang=eng/
Step 2: Once you have logged in, click “DNS” button on the domain name
Step 3: Input the preferred name servers and replace the current name servers

Where can I modify information of the name servers?

Step 1: Log-in: https://www.hkdnr.hk/apps/login?lang=eng/
Step 2: Once you have logged in, click “DNS” button on the domain name

What kinds of documentary proof are needed for modifications?

For domain names registered under the latest HKDNR Registration Agreement, no document is required unless requested by HKDNR; whereas for those registered under the Old Contract and have not completed re-registration with HKDNR, document(s) is required, please refer to “Summary of Re-Registration Action” for details.

When will my modifications be effective?

Modifications on name servers will be effective on the same day.

How can I cancel/stop my modification request if I submitted wrong information by mistake?

In case wrong information has been submitted, you can submit another modification request right away. The change will be effective in several hours.