DNS Setup

To protect your domain and server from direct attacks, this guide shows how to configure your DNS records using either a CNAME or SRV record.

1. Log in to Your DNS Console

Access your DNS provider and select the domain to protect. This guide uses Cloudflare as an example.

2. Remove Existing DNS Records

Delete any DNS records pointing to backend server IPs to prevent direct attacks.

WARNING

If your IP was public, request a new one from your provider.

3. Create a Protected DNS Record

CNAME Setup

• Record Type: CNAME
• Name: Desired subdomain (e.g., mc.server.com) if you want it on the root domain, leave it blank or use @.
• Target: Copy the protected CNAME from NeoProtect's panel.
• TTL: 1-2 minutes (auto for Cloudflare)
• Disable Cloudflare proxy (orange cloud).

SRV Setup (optional and only for java servers)

• Record Type: SRV
• Service: _minecraft
• Protocol: TCP
• Priority: 10
• Weight: 0
• Port: 25565
• Target: Protected CNAME
• TTL: 1-2 minutes

Once saved, DNS propagation may take a few minutes.

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NOTE

If you need assistance, feel free to contact support.