Verify Domain Name

Step 1: Open Google Workspace and log in.

Enter the email address and password you used to create your Google Workspace.

Step 2: Click on Protect to verify your domain name.

After logging in, you need to adjust the settings for your custom email to function. Click “Protect” to confirm your domain name.

Step 3: Select I’m Ready To Protect My Domain.

To go ahead with domain protection, choose the “I’m Ready To Protect My Domain” option.

Google will find where your domain is registered and give you steps to verify it. You’ll need to add a TXT record in your DNS settings to do this.

Step 4: Copy the Host Record and TXT values and add them to DNS records.

Copy the Host Records and the TXT value and add them to your DNS records.

Click on the Zone Editor menu in cPanel to access the DNS settings. If you need help to discover your DNS records, contact your registrar.

When you click on it, the page where you may edit zones will load. View all domain records by clicking the Manage button next to your domain name.

Step 5: Click Add Record, then pick TXT from the “Type” option.

After you click Add Record, find the “Type” dropdown option and choose TXT to add a new record.

Step 6: Enter copied values, select Save Record to add your Record

After that, enter the values you copied from the Google Workspace dashboard. Finally, choose Save Record to add your Record.

Step 7: Return to Google Workspace, then select “Protect Domain.”

Go to Google Workspace and choose “Protect Domain.”

The DNS verification will take a while to complete. Once the verification is complete, you can add the MX record to configure your email account.

How to Use Gmail With Your Own Domain Name

For doing business effectively, a professional email address is required. Because of this, clients will perceive that they are committed to their job and trustworthy. Use a personalized email address with your domain name if you want your business considered seriously.

Here’s how to use Gmail for free with your domain name. We’ll also review the SMTP and POP3 protocols for connecting your Gmail to your custom email hosting address. Want to know more? Stay to the end.