How to Add a TXT Record ?

A TXT Record is a DNS record used to store text information for your domain. It is commonly used for domain verification, email security, and connecting third-party services.

TXT records do not point your domain to a website. Instead, they help prove ownership and improve email delivery.

What a TXT Record Is Used For

Use a TXT record when you want to:

Verify your domain with Google, Microsoft, Zoho, etc.
Add SPF records for email sending authorization
Add DKIM records for email authentication
Add DMARC records for email protection policies
Connect services like website builders or SaaS platforms

Before You Start

Make sure you have:

Your domain name
The TXT value provided by your service provider
Access to your DNS management panel

Example TXT values:

google-site-verification=abc123xyz

v=spf1 include:_spf.google.com ~all

v=DMARC1; p=none; rua=mailto:admin@yourdomain.com

How to Add a TXT Record at Govaio

Log in to your Govaio client area
Go to Domains
Select the domain you want to manage
Open DNS Management or Manage DNS Zone
Click Add Record
Choose TXT Record
Enter the record details

Example for Root Domain Verification

Field	Value
Type	TXT
Name / Host	@
Value	verification text provided
TTL	Default / 3600

Example for SPF Record

Field	Value
Type	TXT
Name / Host	@
Value	`v=spf1 include:_spf.provider.com ~all`
TTL	Default / 3600

Example for DMARC Record

Field	Value
Type	TXT
Name / Host	_dmarc
Value	`v=DMARC1; p=none; rua=mailto:admin@yourdomain.com`
TTL	Default / 3600

Click Save Changes

Common TXT Record Examples

Purpose	Host	Example Value
Google Verification	@	google-site-verification=xxxxx
SPF	@	v=spf1 include:_spf.google.com ~all
DKIM	selector._domainkey	provider-generated key
DMARC	_dmarc	v=DMARC1; p=none

Important Notes

TXT values must be entered exactly as provided
Some long values may be split automatically by DNS systems
Only one SPF policy should exist for a domain in most cases
Wrong TXT records can affect email delivery or verification

How Long Does It Take?

DNS changes usually begin quickly, but full propagation may take:

A few minutes to begin
Up to 24 hours globally
Sometimes faster depending on TTL

Common Problems

Verification Failed

Possible reasons:

TXT value entered incorrectly
Wrong host/name used
DNS propagation still in progress

Email Delivery Issues

Possible reasons:

Invalid SPF syntax
Multiple SPF records
Incorrect DKIM or DMARC values

Best Practice

For business email domains, use these TXT records:

SPF
DKIM
DMARC

This improves deliverability and helps reduce spoofing.

Need Help?

If you are unsure which TXT record to add, contact support@govaio.com with:

Your domain name
Service provider name
TXT record details received

Govaio Support will help you configure the record correctly.