Reverse DNS Tool

Reverse DNS

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Look up the PTR hostname assigned to a public IP address used by a DC++ or Direct Connect hub.

Purpose

The tool resolves a public target to an address when needed, then asks for the reverse DNS name controlled by the address owner or hosting provider.

When To Use It

  • Compare a VPS address with the provider hostname shown in support tools.
  • Check for a stale reverse record after moving a server.
  • Gather provider context for an abuse or routing ticket.

Reading The Results

A PTR result is the provider-assigned reverse name for the tested address. It may match the public hub hostname, use a generic datacenter name, or point to an older service name.

Limitations

PTR data does not prove ownership, reachability, or Direct Connect protocol health. Many valid public addresses have no PTR record, and hub owners often cannot change reverse DNS without their provider.

For example results and provider troubleshooting, open Reverse DNS.

Hub Reverse DNS Tool

Resolve public hub IP addresses back to PTR hostnames when reverse DNS is configured.

Enter a public hostname, IP address, or hub-style address such as dchub://example.com:411.

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Parent Page

Direct Connect Hub Guide - DC++ Hublist Profiles

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