How to Check for a PTR Record Linked to a Specific IP Address

This guide explains how to check for a PTR record linked to a specific IP address.

Follow the steps:

1. Access your account through SSH.
2. Run the following command-

   dig -x xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx

   Note- Replace “xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx” with the IP address you wish to check.

3. For example-

   dig -x 76.88.175.165

4. You will receive the following output-

   ;; QUESTION SECTION:
   
   ;165.175.88.76.in-addr.arpa. IN PTR
   
   ;; ANSWER SECTION:
   
   165.175.88.76.in-addr.arpa. 42989 IN PTR 76.88.175.165.static.hosting.com.

5. The result indicates that the IP address 76.88.175.165 is linked to the domain name 76.88.175.165.static.hosting.com.

This guide outlines the process of verifying a PTR record associated with a particular IP address. Should you encounter any difficulties, feel free to reach out to our support team for assistance.