Monitoring deSEC DNS
Monitoring your deSEC DNS records automatically is made easy with ZoneWatcher. After you've added your API token, we will automatically import all of your domains and begin monitoring them for changes.
Generating your deSEC API Token
To get started adding your deSEC DNS account, you'll first want to generate an API token from the deSEC web interface. We use this token to automatically fetch your domains and their associated DNS records.
Navigate to the Token Management section in your deSEC account and click "Create Token". Give your token a descriptive name (e.g., "ZoneWatcher Integration") so you can easily identify it later.
Important: Make sure to copy your API token immediately after creation, as deSEC will only display it once. Store it securely until you've added it to ZoneWatcher. deSEC API tokens provide full access to your account's domains and DNS records, so ensure you keep your token confidential.
Creating your deSEC Provider
Once you've generated your API token, you can create your new deSEC provider on ZoneWatcher by giving it a descriptive name and pasting in the API token you generated.
After entering your credentials, click the "Save" button. ZoneWatcher will verify your API token and begin importing your domains.
Monitoring Your Zones
After you've created your deSEC provider, we will sync all the zones associated with your account and their associated DNS records. You'll be able to view them from either the Provider's page or the Zone Dashboard.
ZoneWatcher will automatically check for changes to your DNS records on a regular schedule. When changes are detected, you'll receive notifications through your configured notification channels, allowing you to stay informed about any modifications to your DNS configuration.
About deSEC DNS
deSEC is a free DNS hosting service provided by the non-profit organization deSEC e.V. It's designed with security and privacy in mind, offering DNSSEC-enabled domains at no cost. deSEC is particularly popular among security-conscious users and those who want to support an open, privacy-respecting DNS infrastructure.
deSEC's DNS service is built with modern security standards, including mandatory DNSSEC support for all domains. Their API-first approach makes it easy to automate DNS management tasks and integrate with various tools and services.
By monitoring your deSEC DNS records with ZoneWatcher, you can ensure that any unauthorized changes to your DNS configuration are quickly detected and reported, helping you maintain the security and integrity of your domain's DNS settings.