CloudFlare is a supplier that offers service. CDN (content delivery network) and DNS. Free and paid services are available.
Here's how to set up your domain's DNS management with CloudFlare.
1.- Registration at CloudFlare
Create your account with the email address and password you want.
2.- Domain configuration
Once registered, you have to add your domain.
CloudFlare will scan the current DNS configuration of the domain. At the end of the scanning shows you the next screen where you should click onNextto continue with the process.
3.- Selection of the CloudFlare plan
When scanning is complete, you need to choose the type of plan you want. This example chooses the free version.
After the election he will ask you to confirm the type of plan.
4.- Verify domain records
Once the scan is completed and chosen the type of plan, it shows you the records you have found. You have to make sure that the settings of the records is correct.
If you want to keep the DNS settings you currently have in cdmon you should verify that the configuration that has been created in CloudFlare is the same as that shown in the Domain DNS in the Control Panel cdmon.
5.- Modify the DNS servers of the domain
Finally, it tells you that you have to modify your domain's DNS servers to CloudFlare so that the settings you set are used. You can change your domain's DNS servers in your domain Control Panel cdmon, in the domain DNS server management.
Until the change of DNS servers, which may take between 24/48 hours, has not spread, the pending domain will appear in the CloudFlare dashboard.
How to enable DDOS protection from CloudFlare
A DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) attack is a type of cyberattack where multiple compromised computer systems are used to attack a target, such as a server or website, in order to do so inaccessible. These attacks overburden the target with an overwhelming amount of data traffic, which can cause a degradation of service or even its complete fall.
To activate protection against DDoS attacks in Cloudflare, go to the"Security"and click on"Settings"
Then it is enough to make sure you activate the option of "I'm Under Attack!" or "High High" from the "Safety level" section, depending on how critical the attack it has at the time:
Important: If lawful traffic, DNS records created in CloudFlare need to pass through your Proxy, it is necessary to enable the icon in its list of records created: