An independent DNS alternative to Cloudflare

Your domain's control layer: RagonsFlare DNS

Manage the DNS records that connect your website, email, and applications to the correct destination from a single panel. Securely migrate your existing zone, monitor the nameserver transition, and apply critical changes with a validation layer.

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  • 8 record types
  • Controlled import
  • 24/7 expert support
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DNS active
AUTHORITATIVE ZONEyourdomain.com
Protected
RecordAdDestinationTTL
A@203.0.113.103600
AAAA@2001:db8::103600
MX@mail.alanadiniz.com14400
TXT@v=spf1 include:…14400
Delegation status is being monitored Last check: now
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See DNS at work

Manage the layer where every connection begins

When a visitor enters your domain, DNS locates the correct web server, email system, or service. RagonsFlare makes this routing map readable, portable, and auditable.

01Visitor

Opens yourdomain.com.

02RagonsFlare DNS

Responds with the correct record within the authoritative zone.

03Target service

Web, email, API, or application responds.

One panel · eight record types

Records you will need in your zone

Build your core DNS architecture—from IPv4 and IPv6 routing to business email, certificate authorization, and service discovery—through a single interface.

A
IPv4 routing

Connects the domain to an IPv4 address.

AAAA
IPv6 routing

Connects the domain to an IPv6 address.

CNAME
Alias

Points one name to another hostname.

MX
Email delivery

Routes messages to the correct mail server.

TXT
Verification and reputation

Stores SPF, DKIM, DMARC, and service verifications.

CAA
Certificate authority

Determines which organizations can issue SSL certificates.

SRV
Service discovery

Defines the service target, port, and priority.

NS
Subdomain delegation

Delegates DNS authority for a subdomain to other servers.

yourdomain.com / DNS Saved
ZONE STATUSActive and protected
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AAD@CONTENT203.0.113.10TTL3600
CNAMEADwwwCONTENTyourdomain.comTTL3600
MXAD@CONTENTmail.alanadiniz.comTTL14400
Critical record protection enabled

SOA and primary NS records cannot be accidentally deleted. Record content is validated based on its type and zone.

Daily DNS management

Visible, controlled, and secure changes in a single panel

View the zone status, nameserver transition, and record count on a single screen. When adding a new record, benefit from type, domain name, TTL, and content validation.

Record scanning and import

Preview existing DNS responses; transfer only the records you have validated to the new zone.

Nameserver delegation tracking

Monitor public NS responses to identify incomplete or incorrect delegations early.

Zone boundary and content validation

IP, hostname, MX priority, SRV, and CAA values are validated according to the record type.

Secure update flow

A zone serial check is applied to prevent records from being overwritten with stale data during concurrent operations.

Zero-downtime migration checklist

Changing your DNS provider consists of four controlled steps

Leave the Nameserver change until the very end. Preparing the zone records first, especially verifying MX, SPF, DKIM, and DMARC values, reduces the risk of downtime.

  1. 01

    Add the domain name

    Connect the domain name you want to manage to the RagonsFlare service; the zone is prepared without affecting live traffic yet.

  2. 02

    Scan records

    Scan existing A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT, and CAA responses; compare the records found with those from your source provider.

  3. 03

    Validate critical values

    Thoroughly verify web IPs, the www CNAME, MX, SPF, DKIM, DMARC, and verification TXT records.

  4. 04

    Complete the nameserver delegation

    Change the NS addresses at the registrar and monitor them until the delegation status in the customer panel becomes active.

Web records Email records Verification TXT records Nameserver delegation
Cloudflare alternative

Compare the right layer and do not migrate dependencies you do not need

RagonsFlare moves your domain's authoritative DNS management to the Hostragons customer panel. Cloudflare, meanwhile, is a broad edge platform that provides a reverse proxy, CDN, and WAF together with DNS. The two services overlap in DNS management, but their scopes are not identical.

DNS is not a CDN.

DNS finds the correct destination. CDN delivers content from edge locations; reverse proxy and WAF operate in front of web traffic. The additional performance and security features included in RagonsFlare plans should be evaluated according to the scope of your chosen plan.

NeedRagonsFlareCloudflare
Authoritative DNS and zone management Offers Offers
DNS-only useBasic operating modelWith the proxy disabled
Record scanning and importPreviewable and controlledIn the setup flow
DNS record typesA, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT, SRV, CAA, NSBroad record support
Proxy, CDN, and WAFDepending on plan coverageIntegrated edge layer
Support and billingHostragons panelCloudflare account
DNS operations guide

Making changes in the correct order is just as important as adding the correct record

DNS changes are not merely about updating an IP address. Cache duration, email verifications, certificate authorities, and nameserver delegation work in relation to one another. The approach below helps you achieve more predictable results in routine changes and infrastructure migrations.

01

Plan the TTL before making changes

TTL determines how long a DNS response is stored by resolvers. Lowering the TTL in a controlled manner before a server migration or IP change ensures that the old response is retained for a shorter period. After the migration is complete and the new target has been verified, you can reduce unnecessary query load by restoring the TTL to its normal level.

02

Check email records as a single chain

An MX record identifies the mail server; SPF defines which sources are allowed to send email, DKIM defines the message signature, and DMARC defines the policy to apply when verification fails. Migrating only the MX record is not sufficient. When changing providers, verifying these four components together reduces delivery issues and the risk of messages ending up in the spam folder.

03

Evaluate the root domain name and subdomains separately

While the root domain name is usually connected directly to the server with an A or AAAA record, subdomains such as www may follow another hostname via CNAME. API, control panel, store, and verification subdomains may each have a different target. Checking that each record is still in use before importing the scan results prevents forgotten connections from pointing to the old infrastructure.

04

Deliberately restrict certificate authority with CAA

A CAA record specifies which certificate authorities may issue certificates for your domain name. Changing the nameserver without comparing the existing CAA policy with the new certificate provider may unexpectedly halt SSL renewal. Before the migration, add to the zone the authorization required by your web server, CDN, or edge service that uses automated certificates.

05

Do not confuse DNS with web protocols

DNS directs the domain name to the target infrastructure, while HTTP/2, HTTP/3, and TLS 1.3 are provided by the target web server or reverse proxy. Likewise, CDN, cache, and WAF are separate layers that handle web traffic. A correct DNS record does not automatically enable these features; evaluate the scope of your chosen plan and the target system together.

06

Record a rollback point before making changes

Before editing a zone, save the name, type, content, priority, and TTL value of the existing records. Verify the new responses from different networks; test email, API, and third-party verifications as well as the website. Being able to view the previous values in full when an unexpected result occurs enables a quick and controlled rollback instead of guesswork-based intervention.

Practical rule: Prepare the records first, then verify their contents, and perform the nameserver delegation last. Do not immediately shut down the old DNS service during the migration; keep both sides accessible until public NS responses begin pointing to the new authoritative servers.

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Start with as much as you need

Four clear plans, one DNS management experience

Choose the right tier, from a personal domain name to critical enterprise applications. All plans start with the RagonsFlare panel and DNS record management; distribution, performance, and security coverage expand with the plan.

STARTER

Personal websites and new projects

BETA
$1.99 FREE Free to start
DNS DISTRIBUTION1 AnyCast DNS
  • Manageable DNS
  • Content Delivery Network (CDN)
  • Unmetered DNS queries
  • DDoS protection
  • Easy IP blocking
  • DNS failover
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Premium

Professional websites

BETA
$4.99/month First month $1
DNS DISTRIBUTION4 AnyCast DNS
  • Everything in the STARTER plan
  • Domain aliases
  • Domain forwarding
  • DNS firewall
  • Email forwarding
  • Advanced DNS distribution
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Most popular

Business

Online businesses and stores

BETA
$9.99/month First month $1
DNS DISTRIBUTION14+ AnyCast DNS
  • Everything in the Premium plan
  • Accelerated mobile pages
  • Lossless image optimization
  • Network prioritization
  • Advanced performance layer
  • Business-focused protection
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ENTERPRISE

Critical workloads and enterprise systems

BETA
$19.99 $14.99/month First month $1
DNS DISTRIBUTION34+ AnyCast DNS
  • Everything in the Business plan
  • PCI DSS 3.2 compliance
  • %99.9 uptime SLA
  • Bot mitigation
  • Layer-3 DDoS protection
  • Enterprise traffic management
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The foundation of all plans Authoritative DNS zone and record management from the panel
When you need help 24/7 expert support team
When changing providers Scanning, preview, and handover tracking
DNS leaves no room for error

A security layer behind every record change

An incorrect DNS record can affect your website, email, and verification workflows at the same time. RagonsFlare focuses on detecting the most common operational errors, from zone boundaries to concurrent updates, before the record is applied.

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Prevents records from extending beyond the zone

Record names are restricted to the domain name associated with the service; names targeting another zone are not processed.

Protects critical records

SOA and primary nameserver records are protected against accidental deletion or invalid changes.

Validates content based on its type

IPv4, IPv6, hostname, MX priority, SRV fields, and CAA values are validated according to their own rules.

Prevents overwriting with stale data

Zone serial control prevents outdated data from overwriting a new record during concurrent edits.

Provides TTL control

Manage TTL values between 60–86400 seconds; lower them before a planned migration to speed up propagation.

Makes the delegation status visible

Track public NS responses as pending or active; detect incomplete delegation early.

One DNS, different infrastructures

No matter which service your domain connects to

Website and application

Connect your website, API, or SaaS application to the right infrastructure using A, AAAA, and CNAME records.

Business email

Manage MX, SPF, DKIM, and DMARC records together to establish the foundation for deliverability and domain reputation.

Multi-cloud and migration

When you change your infrastructure provider, update only the target records in a controlled manner without transferring the domain.

Agencies and multiple domains

Monitor the zones of different projects from the same customer account while keeping the records for each domain separate.

Before deciding

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to the most frequently asked questions about DNS hosting, Cloudflare alternatives, record migration, and plan scope.

Couldn't find your answer?Ask the support team

RagonsFlare is a DNS hosting service that allows you to manage your domain's authoritative DNS zone and A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT, SRV, CAA, and NS records through the Hostragons customer panel.

You point your domain to the nameserver addresses provided by RagonsFlare. Authoritative DNS responses are served from the new zone; you can add and edit records from the control panel and monitor the delegation status.

Key advantages include independent DNS management, record scanning and controlled import, nameserver delegation tracking, content validation by record type, and protection of critical SOA/NS records.

Add your domain to the service, scan and verify your existing records, and change the nameserver addresses at your registrar in the final step. You can monitor the delegation status from the customer panel.

The DNS panel supports A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT, SRV, CAA, and NS record types. TTL and record content are validated according to the selected type.

Yes. RagonsFlare provides an independent alternative to Cloudflare's DNS by moving authoritative DNS management for the domain to the Hostragons panel. You can choose the plan that suits your needs, bearing in mind that DNS hosting, reverse proxy, CDN, and WAF layers serve different functions.

First, scan and import your existing DNS records; verify A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, and TXT records. Then replace the nameserver addresses at your registrar with the addresses provided by RagonsFlare.

No. DNS hosting directs your domain to the correct server; CDN delivers copies of content from edge locations, while reverse proxy and WAF operate in front of web traffic. These are different layers that complement one another.
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