TXT records add some text information to DNS records of the domain. They are often used for domain verification purposes or to add additional information in regards to connecting your domain with external services.
How is TXT record represented
mydomain.tld 600 IN TXT "google-site-verification= rXOxyZounnZasA8Z7oaD3c14JdjS9aKSWvsR1EbUSIQ"
Beginning with mydoman.tld the TXT record stands for your main domain. TTL 600 defines for how long the internet provider’s servers can remember this DNS setting. The time is in seconds. IN TXT stands for type of record – TXT means it is a TXT record. Last information represents text string for verification for Google.
Editing TXT record
1. Log in to the WebAdmin
2. Select the Domain in the Services tab
3. Select DNS settings in the left menu, submenu will roll out and there select the TXT record
Edit TXT record form
- Fill the desired domain to the For address field
- To the Value add the text string
- TTL parameter defines for how long the provider’s servers can remember this DNS setting. TTL is in seconds.
- Note is for any note or comment. You can leave it blank or fill with anything you want.
After the form is filled, select Save changes
Deleting TXT record
Select the records you wish to delete in the list (checkbox on the left). Then select Delete in the bottom.
If you want to restore previously deleted record, you can restore it in the Change log. All you need to do is to look up the record and select Restore. The record will be restored to the state before deletion.
Examples
Setting TXT record for verification for Google Apps service
If you want to use your domain in Google Apps, after the registration you will be asked to verify ownership of your domain. One of the options is to add specific text string to DNS records. You will set this verification in TXT record. The record will look as follows:
mydomain.tld 600 IN TXT "google-site-verification= rXOxyZounnZasA8Z7oaD3c14JdjS9aKSWvsR1EbUSIQ"