Secondary domain configuration
Overview
This guide provides step-by-step instructions for secondary domain configuration, covering both targeted and comprehensive actions.
Targeted actions include:
Comprehensive actions include:
Benefits
Configuring secondary domains improves availability, reduces resolution times, and reinforces redundancy. The DigiCert® DNS platform automates synchronization with primary domains, strengthening disaster recovery and overall security. Centralized control enables users to efficiently apply updates, minimize downtime, and maintain seamless business continuity.
Procedures
Notice
This procedure clears two secondary domains (domain1 and domain2) created in an earlier procedure.
To test this function, call this API endpoint: POST /domains/secondary/bulk/delete
Sign in to your DigiCert® DNS account.
From the landing page, go to the left sidebar and select DNS > Domains.
In the SECONDARY DNS tab, select the checkboxes of the domains you want to clear (for example, domain1 and domain2).
Go to Actions > Delete Domain.
In the Confirm Deletion dialog:
Enter the confirmation code.
Select Confirm.
A message appears confirming the successful clearance of the domains.
Notice
This procedure creates two secondary domains: domain1 and domain2. These domains are referenced in other procedures.
To test this function, call this API endpoint: POST /domains/secondary
Sign in to your DigiCert® DNS account.
From the landing page, go to the left sidebar and select DNS > Domains.
Select the Add Domains button.
In the Add Domains dialog:
Ensure the Secondary DNS checkbox is selected.
In the Domain Names field, enter one or more domain names (for example, domain1 and domain2).
(Optional) Configure additional settings as needed:
Secondary IP Set: Select a user-defined IP set, or keep the system default.
TSIG Key: Select a user-defined TSIG key, or leave it as 'None' (system default).
Resource Groups: Select a user-defined resource group, or keep the system default.
Select Save to finish.
A message appears confirming the successful creation of the domain.
Important
If you encounter issues, refer to the Troubleshooting guide.
Notice
This procedure deletes a specific secondary domain (domain1) created in an earlier procedure. You can follow either Path 1 or Path 2 to complete the deletion.
To test this function, call this API endpoint: DELETE /domains/secondary/{domainId}
Path 1
Sign in to your DigiCert® DNS account.
From the landing page, go to the left sidebar and select DNS > Domains.
In the SECONDARY DNS tab, locate the domain you want to delete (for example, domain1).
From the overflow menu (three vertical dots) at the end of the domain's row, select Delete Domain.
In the Confirm Deletion dialog:
Enter the confirmation code.
Select Confirm.
A message appears confirming the successful deletion of the domain.
Path 2
Sign in to your DigiCert® DNS account.
From the landing page, go to the left sidebar and select DNS > Domains.
In the SECONDARY DNS tab, select the checkbox of the domain you want to delete (for example, domain1).
Tip
You can select multiple checkboxes to delete several domains at once.
Go to Actions > Delete Domain.
In the Confirm Deletion dialog:
Enter the confirmation code.
Select Confirm.
A message appears confirming the successful deletion of the domain.
Notice
This procedure displays all secondary domains created by the user.
To test this function, call this API endpoint: GET /domains/secondary
Sign in to your DigiCert® DNS account.
From the landing page, go to the left sidebar and select DNS > Domains.
Select the SECONDARY DNS tab.
The table displays all the secondary domains associated with the account.
Tip
Use Columns and Filters to customize your view of the results.
Notice
The current version of DigiCert® DNS does not include a dedicated front-end tab for viewing the nameservers for all secondary domains. To access this information, use the following endpoint:
GET /domains/secondary/nameservers
For help configuring your testing environment, refer to the API guide.
Notice
This procedure displays the delegated nameservers of a specific secondary domain (domain1) created in an earlier procedure. Follow Path 1 if there are only a few results to review. Follow Path 2 if you prefer to filter results quickly.
To test this function, call this API endpoint: GET /domains/secondary/{domainId}/delegatednameservers
Path 1
Sign in to your DigiCert® DNS account.
From the landing page, go to the left sidebar and select DNS > Domains.
Select the SECONDARY DNS tab.
The table displays all the secondary domains associated with the account.
Select the name of the secondary domain (for example, domain1) whose delegated nameservers you want to view.
Select the NAMESERVERS tab.
The Delegated Nameservers table displays all the nameservers delegated to the secondary domain.
Path 2
Sign in to your DigiCert® DNS account.
From the landing page, go to the left sidebar and select DNS > Domains.
Select the SECONDARY DNS tab.
The table displays all the secondary domains associated with the account.
Select Filters at the top of the results table to locate the specific secondary domain quickly.
Tip
In this example, the name of the secondary domain is known, so the following filter was applied:
Under Column, select Name.
Under Operator, select contains.
Under Value, enter the secondary domain's name (domain1).
If no results appear, double-check the Filters selections and input values.
Select the name of the secondary domain (for example, domain1) whose delegated nameservers you want to view.
Select the NAMESERVERS tab.
The Delegated Nameservers table displays all the nameservers delegated to the secondary domain.
Notice
The current version of DigiCert® DNS does not include a dedicated front-end tab for viewing the details of a specific nameserver. To access this information, use the following endpoint:
GET /domains/secondary/nameservers/{id}
For help configuring your testing environment, refer to the API guide.
Notice
This procedure displays the details of a specific secondary domain (domain1) created in an earlier procedure. Follow Path 1 if there are only a few results to review. Follow Path 2 if you prefer to filter results quickly.
To test this function, call this API endpoint: GET /domains/secondary/{domainId}
Path 1
Sign in to your DigiCert® DNS account.
From the landing page, go to the left sidebar and select DNS > Domains.
Select the SECONDARY DNS tab.
The table displays all the secondary domains associated with the account.
Select the name of the domain (for example, domain1) whose details you want to view.
Path 2
Sign in to your DigiCert® DNS account.
From the landing page, go to the left sidebar and select DNS > Domains.
Select the SECONDARY DNS tab.
The table displays all the secondary domains associated with the account.
Select Filters at the top of the results table to locate the specific domain quickly.
Tip
In this example, the name of the domain is known, so the following filter was applied:
Under Column, select Domain.
Under Operator, select contains.
Under Value, enter the domain's name (domain1).
If no results appear, double-check the Filters selections and input values.
Select the name of the domain (for example, domain1) whose details you want to view.