Zonefiler

Zonefiler is a software tool designed to manage DNS zone data and zone files. It provides a centralized interface for creating, editing, validating, and deploying DNS records across multiple domains and zones. Zonefiler supports standard DNS record types such as A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT, SRV, NS, and PTR, as well as zone-level settings like SOA parameters and TTLs. It is typically used by DNS operators, hosting providers, and large organizations with multiple zones.

Key capabilities include syntax validation, change history and versioning, and the ability to implement review and approval workflows. Zonefiler offers rollback to previous zone versions, audit logging, and role-based access control to support collaborative operations. It provides import and export of zone files in common formats and exposes APIs and command-line interfaces for automation and integration with other systems.

The software can connect to and synchronize with popular DNS servers through mechanisms such as zone transfers or dynamic updates. Supported server platforms may include BIND, PowerDNS, NSD, and Microsoft DNS, enabling updates to be published to authoritative servers in a controlled manner. Zonefiler is designed to operate in various deployment models, including on-premises, private cloud, or as a managed service, with options for high availability and centralized monitoring.

Typical users include domain registrars, managed DNS providers, hosting companies, and enterprise IT teams managing large numbers of zones. The tool aims to streamline zone administration, improve change governance, and reduce the risk of configuration errors in DNS deployments.