This guide explains how to add or modify one or more CAA recordsin the DNS zone (of a domain name) managed in the Infomaniak Manager.

Introduction

• A CAA record allows you to specify a certificate authority authorized to issue certificates for a domain.

Add a CAA

To manage this type of record in a DNS zone:

1. Click here to access your domain management in the Infomaniak Manager (need help?).
2. Click directly on the name assigned to the domain in question.
3. Click on DNS Zone in the left-hand menu.
4. Click the button to add a record:
   
5. Click the CAA radio button to add a record.
6. Click on the Next button:
   
7. Enter the CAA values required for your DNS zone: if you are validating an SSL certificate, please refer to the information below.
8. Save your information by clicking the button at the bottom of the page.

Adding a CAA record to validate an SSL certificate…

… Sectigo

In the case of a Sectigo SSL certificate validation, follow the generic guide but specifically enter the following data:

• Choose “Issue for certificate authority”.
• Enter the flag: 0.
• Specify sectigo.com.

… Let's Encrypt

In the case of a Let's Encrypt SSL certificate validation, follow the generic guide but specifically enter the following data:

• Choose “Issued by certification authority”.
• Enter the flag: 0.
• Specify letsencrypt.org.