The external domain provider manages DNS settings.

Yes, when domains are purchased through Shopify.

An A record points a domain to an IP address.

A CNAME points one domain to another domain name.

A records and CNAME records are commonly used.

DNS records connect domains properly to Shopify servers.

DNS translates domain names into IP addresses.

DNS propagation may take up to 48 hours.

Secondary domains redirect customers to the primary domain.

Yes, merchants can switch the primary domain anytime.