Actions5
- Records Actions
Records → Delete
AI-generatedOverview
This node interacts with the Cloud DNS API to manage DNS records. Specifically, the 'Delete' operation under the 'Records' resource allows users to delete a DNS record by specifying the domain name and record ID. This is useful for automating DNS record management tasks such as removing outdated or incorrect DNS entries. For example, a user can automate the deletion of a DNS record when a service is decommissioned or a domain configuration changes.
Use Case Examples
- Automate deletion of DNS records when a domain is no longer in use.
- Remove specific DNS records as part of a domain cleanup process.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Domain Name | The domain name or reverse zone name whose DNS record you want to delete. |
| Record ID | The unique identifier of the DNS record to delete. This ID can be obtained from the 'List records' operation. |
| Simplify Output | Whether to simplify the returned data structure for easier consumption. |
Output
JSON
success- Indicates whether the delete operation was successful.status- Status of the API response, e.g., 'Failed' or success status.statusDescription- Description of the status, especially useful in case of failure.
Dependencies
- Cloud DNS API
Troubleshooting
- Ensure the 'Domain Name' and 'Record ID' are correctly specified; incorrect values will cause the API to fail.
- If the API returns a 'Failed' status, check the 'statusDescription' for details on the error.
- Network or authentication issues may cause connection failures; verify API credentials are correct and have necessary permissions.
Links
- Cloud DNS API Documentation - Official documentation for the Cloud DNS API used by this node.