email.cnet.com - robtex.com
email.cnet.com
| DNSSEC | ⚠️ Not signed | ||||||
| MX | smtp.sparkpostmail.com ⭐ | ||||||
| A | 44.235.26.2🇺🇸 Amazon44.224.0.0/11 EC2 PDX prefix | ||||||
| PTR | ec2-44-235-26-2.us-west-2.compute.amazonaws.com | ||||||
| A | 52.43.60.44🇺🇸 Amazon52.40.0.0/14 EC2 PDX prefix | ||||||
| PTR | ec2-52-43-60-44.us-west-2.compute.amazonaws.com | ||||||
| A | 54.203.214.124🇺🇸 Amazon54.202.0.0/15 EC2 PDX prefix | ||||||
| PTR | ec2-54-203-214-124.us-west-2.compute.amazonaws.com | ||||||
| TXT | v=spf1 exists:%{i}._spf.sparkpostmail.com -all | ||||||
| TXT | google-site-verification=Stkz_hHce64vmPTiJErFWqYHGXyiNRvDlIaZMsmJJJU | ||||||
cnet.com
| DNSSEC | ⚠️ Not signed | ||||||
| A | 199.232.194.154🇺🇸 Fastly199.232.192.0/22 | ||||||
| A | 199.232.198.154🇺🇸 Fastly199.232.196.0/22 | ||||||
| NS | ns-cloud-a1.googledomains.com ⭐ | ||||||
| NS | ns-cloud-a2.googledomains.com | ||||||
| NS | ns-cloud-a3.googledomains.com | ||||||
| NS | ns-cloud-a4.googledomains.com | ||||||
| MX | smtp.google.com ⭐ | ||||||
| TXT | v=spf1 include:_spf.google.com include:_spf.salesforce.com include:spf.protec... | ||||||
| TXT | tollbit-domain-verification=413155f23a62cea67df5ad8b3a696a1c826d39b26a1c53b87... | ||||||
| TXT | globalsign-domain-verification=KaParXxs1OHDy7o8CMbPpHBN-2m_mzwdPqKMMQ66a6 | ||||||
| TXT | _globalsign-domain-verification=x1xf11ih41J9GiXJP5TJq4IVRSE9HWVASq1KdJeTrL | ||||||
| TXT | ir-site-verification-token value=900181015 | ||||||
| TXT | google-site-verification=efvdqAz-LxQHowGUSZ-r5uahun7JFtmGaJhnQg5iAEo | ||||||
| TXT | google-site-verification=qEXI3w15YN6-EUSOeDkItVYWRt-xBoorxXNGU_e_mBM | ||||||
| TXT | airtable-verification=20fe2e72dc8c36bf92a0df5fefb4a336 | ||||||
| TXT | MS=ms94282196 | ||||||
| TXT | onetrust-domain-verification=d3bfb3a9f8e7463aa20605e2b58b4041 | ||||||
| TXT | webgains-site-verification=6vbztyvm | ||||||
| TXT | amazonses:IkTmduYpaH0WwFy3rGF9LapU5r9lAMSfIbFXVAGJjds= | ||||||
| TXT | google-site-verification=qDwXOZ4eWvl1KaOHkusN1nG-c9QOCY9SIegFUl8Ze-0 | ||||||
| TXT | adobe-idp-site-verification=cd8dab640ab786a9457c8757f4188cd682dd687a694d1d9c2... | ||||||
| TXT | _globalsign-domain-verification=P6EsEBcaHaQ2gnEgaZ6eVvT6wNieiCAIfZEOugGLHt | ||||||
| TXT | google-site-verification=LLUmqJWN33O46X5wiK8hCkKfkH8NZwupS_tjUTKhuNU | ||||||
| TXT | google-site-verification=ILosiwVrH1_eWREJaPJtuogfJYCLxJv39jAEWxGtYxc | ||||||
| TXT | canva-site-verification=G7ihdyEI2rolcwaQUBtcCw | ||||||
| TXT | figma-domain-verification=4f7cdfa45ca39f617dd7ba7b165e1bfd5e9b5e1ec18b849c609... | ||||||
| TXT | google-site-verification=VgSsD6qI_wL720aiHTg8kTDmcSIbfmXlCKqYdQik9Y0 | ||||||
| TXT | canva-site-verification=d0dFqCCuxz7OU_dNK6a7sg | ||||||
| TXT | amazonses:LO9ev8HSA2e5Oreaw/q5HePX1NaSz4IilMqaDhp0OVo= | ||||||
| TXT | google-site-verification=cPMQ_WlZoW1tAiJpzqYi8aWgUhiKKBnK0e1NBsxS53g | ||||||
| TXT | workplace-domain-verification=Ftb5M3IwsYSC4dwyCbPT46iNSsKC4C | ||||||
| TXT | atlassian-domain-verification=QUsZX4LdPWTYZgx09JhShFot27EJnUl/5CyxXFsiGebXl2Q... | ||||||
| TXT | knowbe4-site-verification=f250b2a70f1bef3a0d3e9e990a25ada0 | ||||||
| TXT | work-accounts-domain-verification=MaQLu2YGEGv45S1oqGvbV2bb94DiIP | ||||||
| TXT | e4e5e1b458c446cca3fda29ced9be07c | ||||||
| TXT | google-site-verification=rQqGHsJIjA9wmYW8k4YAiLcWdcJd77pGC8EIWhrP0qs | ||||||
| TXT | _globalsign-domain-verification=6CefEhdXpSEvPRuTfkeYdvQ_0ij6wKrIcTTNPwKRvH | ||||||
| SOA | ns-cloud-a1.googledomains.comcloud-dns-hostmaster@google.com serial=1 | ||||||
rank #198 globally
rank #128 in the tld
This domain "cnet.com" belongs to CNET, a media website that publishes reviews, news, articles, blogs, and podcasts on technology and consumer electronics globally. It provides a platform for tech enthusiasts to engage and learn about the latest trends and updates in the tech industry. CNET is a trusted source for tech product reviews, tech news, and tech shows.🔒 HSTS Preload (+subdomains)
WOT: SAFE (92/100)
📈 Tranco rank: #634
CNET
CNET is one of the most influential technology media websites on the internet, publishing reviews, news, articles, blogs, podcasts, and videos on technology, consumer electronics, and related topics. Founded in 1994 by Halsey Minor and Shelby Bonnie, CNET was a pioneer of the dot-com era and helped define technology journalism on the web. The site is known for its comprehensive product reviews, buying guides, and tech news coverage.
Ownership History
CNET Networks was acquired by CBS Corporation in 2008 for approximately $1.8 billion. Following the ViacomCBS merger and subsequent restructuring, CNET was sold to Red Ventures in 2020, where it joined a portfolio of digital media brands including Bankrate, The Points Guy, and Healthline.
Content & Coverage
- Product Reviews: In-depth reviews of smartphones, laptops, TVs, cameras, and consumer electronics
- Tech News: Breaking coverage of the technology industry, gadgets, and digital trends
- Buying Guides: Curated recommendations to help consumers make purchasing decisions
- How-To Content: Tutorials and guides for getting the most out of technology
- Video & Podcasts: Multimedia content including product demonstrations and tech discussions
Hosting & Infrastructure
CNET uses a robust, enterprise-grade infrastructure:
- CDN: Fastly (IPs: 199.232.194.154, 199.232.198.154)
- DNS: Google Cloud DNS (ns-cloud-a1-4.googledomains.com)
- Email: Google Workspace (smtp.google.com)
- Global Rank: #581 on Tranco
The domain does not currently have DNSSEC enabled.
Subdomains
links.email.cnet.com |
Same first word
Similar names
DNS History
2 records (1 active, 1 former)
●MXsmtp.sparkpostmail.com2026-03-16 → 2026-03-25 · 2 obs
● 2026-03-25 04:57:08
○A149.72.124.162026-03-16 → 2026-03-25 · 2 obs
○ 2026-03-25 04:57:08
🔍 DNS Trace
📋 Delegation Chain
| Zone | Nameservers | Glue |
|---|---|---|
| com | l.gtld-servers.net, j.gtld-servers.net, h.gtld-servers.net, d.gtld-servers.net... | - |
| cnet.com | ns-cloud-a1.googledomains.com, ns-cloud-a2.googledomains.com, ns-cloud-a3.googledomains.com, ns-cloud-a4.googledomains.com | 8 records |
✅ Authoritative Response
Server:216.239.38.106
NS records: ns-cloud-a1.googledomains.com, ns-cloud-a2.googledomains.com, ns-cloud-a3.googledomains.com, ns-cloud-a4.googledomains.com
🔒 DNSSEC Status
⚠️ Insecure (no DNSSEC)
No DS record for cnet.com (unsigned zone)
⏱️ Timing
Total: 221ms | Queries: -
📄 Records
| Type | Count | Sample Data |
|---|---|---|
| MX | 1 | smtp.sparkpostmail.com (pri: 10) |
| TXT | 2 | google-site-verification=Stkz_hHce64vmPT, v=spf1 exists:%{i}._spf.sparkpostmail.co |
📌 Glue Records Collected
Total: 8
Out-of-bailiwick: 8 (ns-cloud-a1.googledomains.com, ns-cloud-a1.googledomains.com, ns-cloud-a2.googledomains.com...)
Analysis
Hierarchy
email.cnet.com is the parent of links.email.cnet.com.
Mail Servers
email.cnet.com is handled by a single mail server, smtp.sparkpostmail.com.
email.cnet.com shares the mail server setup with other domains, for example bounce.asana.com, info.pleo.io, em.angi.com, iphtml.biz and q.go.com.
email.cnet.com shares some mail servers with other domains, at least partially; for instance tradingpub.com, cgtrader.com, smallcapsniper.com, news.tinybeans.com and investordaily101.com.
these mail servers are often used with aspmx.l.google.com, alt1.aspmx.l.google.com, alt2.aspmx.l.google.com, alt3.aspmx.l.google.com and alt4.aspmx.l.google.com.
Host name smtp.sparkpostmail.com resolves to three IP numbers: 44.235.26.2, 52.43.60.44 and 54.203.214.124.