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# create

The dns create command creates a new DNS zone for your project. This command requires the project ID, zone name, and an optional description.

## Usage

```
cldkctl dns create [flags]
```

## Steps

Follow the steps below to run and view the result of this command:

1. A DNS zone can be created directly by using a flag:

```
cldkctl dns create --name [dns-zone-name]
```

2. Replace \[dns-zone-name] with your desired DNS zone name.
3. Or alternatively, run the command interactively using TUI mode:

```
cldkctl dns create
```

4. Enter the site domain name when the prompt appears in the terminal.

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5. Confirm the DNS zone creation by pressing y to confirm or n to cancel

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6. Once completed successfully, the terminal displays **“✓ DNS zone created successfully!”.**

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## Flags

{% hint style="info" %}
This command supports[ global flags](/guidance-for-enterprise/cloudeka-api-list/global-flags.md). Refer to the Global Flags section for details
{% endhint %}

| Flag       | Description                  |
| ---------- | ---------------------------- |
| -h, --help | Help for dns create command. |
| -n, --name | DNS zone name.               |