Ask HN: Which DNS provider for a startup?

by lux on 3/11/2009, 7:32 PM with 2 comments

I'm running a startup on a couple slices at Slicehost.com and I really like that they provide a strong API for dynamically controlling things like DNS zones/records. Recently though I was contacted by UltraDNS.com about their services, and I've looked at another similar service in the past as well.

My question is whether it's worth it to go with a 3rd party DNS service, or if your host's DNS servers are sufficient as your startup grows? Is this something we should be considering, or is it a waste of time?

  • by jws on 3/11/2009, 7:51 PM

    I always use a dedicated DNS provider because if my hosting service implodes or goes rogue I need to be able to move the name.

    If you want a recommendation, I use gandi.net. They have a long track record of doing the job well and respecting the customer's IP rights.