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DNS_HOSTNAME_NOT_FOUND

The domain does not exist, resulting in an NXDOMAIN error during DNS resolution. This is a DNS error.
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The DNS_HOSTNAME_NOT_FOUND error occurs when there's an NXDOMAIN error during the DNS resolution while attempting to connect to a private IP from an external rewrite. This error indicates that the domain being requested does not exist.

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DNS_HOSTNAME_NOT_FOUND

Bad Gateway

To troubleshoot this error, follow these steps:

  1. Review DNS configuration: Check the DNS configuration to ensure that the domain being requested is correctly set up and registered
  2. Verify domain registration: Ensure that the domain has been registered and is currently active
  3. Check for private IP addresses: Ensure that the request isn't attempting to connect to a private IP address from an external source
  4. Review application logs: Inspect the application logs for any warnings or errors related to DNS or the attempted connections
Last updated on April 27, 2024