Clarification on Primary Tags vs Other Tags in Dynatrace

Selvam — Thu, 14 May 2026 13:51:41 GMT

Hi Team,

I’m trying to get a better understanding of tagging in Dynatrace, specifically around how and when different types of tags can be applied.

I have a few questions:

Is there any official documentation or reference that clearly explains primary tags versus other tag types in Dynatrace?
After installing OneAgent, which types of tags can still be applied or modified? Are there any tags that must be defined before installation and cannot be changed later?
Do any tagging changes require a restart to take effect?
- If yes, is the restart required at the host level or just at the process/service level?

I’d appreciate if someone could share best practices or real-world guidance on how tagging should ideally be managed, especially in dynamic environments.

Thanks in advance!

Selvam.

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