Hostilla.pl IT glossary
What is TTL?
TTL defines how long DNS resolvers may keep a record in cache before asking again.
Definition
TTL defines how long DNS resolvers may keep a record in cache before asking again.
What does it mean in practice?
For domains, this term affects registration, transfer, DNS operation, website availability and e-mail routing.
A practical Hostilla.pl example
A domain can be registered correctly while its website or e-mail still fails because delegation or zone records point elsewhere. Use TTL as the starting point, then compare registry data, authoritative DNS and the service destination.
What should you check?
- domain status, registrar and expiry date
- authoritative name servers and current delegation
- A, AAAA, CNAME, MX and TXT records required by the service
- TTL values and answers from authoritative and caching resolvers
Short questions
What is TTL?
TTL defines how long DNS resolvers may keep a record in cache before asking again.
Why does TTL matter for hosting?
It affects how a website, e-mail, DNS, SSL and hosting environment work together.
Can Hostilla.pl help with TTL?
Yes. Hostilla.pl combines hosting, domains, e-mail, SSL, DNS, backups and technical support in one environment.