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How to add a TXT record in GoDaddy

Add SPF, DKIM, DMARC and verification records in GoDaddy DNS, with exactly what to type in each box.

Before you start

Make sure GoDaddy actually runs your DNS. If your domain’s nameservers point somewhere else, such as Cloudflare or your web host, add the record there instead: changes in GoDaddy won’t do anything.

Add a TXT record in GoDaddy

1

Sign in and open your Domain Portfolio.

2

Select the domain, then open DNS.

3

Select Add New Record and choose TXT as the type.

4

Enter the Name. Type only the part before your domain: @ for the domain itself, or a prefix such as _dmarc. GoDaddy adds your domain automatically.

5

Paste the Value exactly as given, without extra quote marks. Leave TTL at the default.

6

Save. Changes usually show within minutes, occasionally up to a day.

What to type for each record

RecordName to type in GoDaddyValue
SPF@Your SPF record, starting v=spf1
DMARC_dmarcYour DMARC record, starting v=DMARC1
DKIM (Google)google._domainkeyThe key from Google, starting v=DKIM1
Verification@The text the service gives you

Common mistakes

  • Typing the full domain in Name, which creates _dmarc.yourdomain.com.yourdomain.com.
  • Adding a second SPF record instead of editing the existing one. A domain can have only one; see multiple SPF records.
  • Pasting smart quotes from a document, which break the record.

Check it worked

Scan your domain a few minutes after saving to confirm the record is live and correct.

Check your SPF