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DNSSEC

DNSSEC is a set of DNS security extensions that help verify DNS answers have not been tampered with.

Last updated July 24, 2026

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Term
DNSSEC
Plain-English definition
DNSSEC is a set of DNS security extensions that help verify DNS answers have not been tampered with.
Technical definition
DNSSEC is a set of DNS security extensions that help verify DNS answers have not been tampered with.
Commonly confused with
Related domain, DNS, registrar, API, or agent-infrastructure terms.
Related terms
DS Record, Delegation, DNS

Definition

DNSSEC is a set of DNS security extensions that help verify DNS answers have not been tampered with.

Why it matters

DNSSEC can improve trust in DNS responses, but incorrect setup can make a domain fail to resolve.

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