How To Verify Domain For Google Workspace Porkbun?

If you’ve purchased a domain from Porkbun and want to use it with Google Workspace, the first step is to verify your domain ownership. Domain verification is crucial because it confirms to Google that you own the domain and allows you to use Gmail, Google Drive, Google Calendar, and other Workspace apps for your business.

This guide provides a complete, practical walkthrough for verifying your Porkbun domain for Google Workspace, including tips to troubleshoot common issues.

1. Why Domain Verification Matters

Google requires domain verification for security and proper functionality:

• Confirms that you own the domain.
• Prevents unauthorized users from sending emails using your domain.
• Ensures Google Workspace apps work correctly for your domain.
• Protects your business identity online.

Without verification, Google Workspace features like Gmail will not function with your custom domain.

2. Prepare Your Google Workspace Account

Before starting the verification process, make sure you have:

1. A Google Workspace account. You can sign up at Google Workspace.
2. Admin access to your Google Workspace account. Only admins can verify domains.
3. Your Porkbun login credentials ready to access DNS settings.

Once your account is ready, you can start the verification process.

3. Access the Google Workspace Verification Instructions

1. Log in to your Google Workspace Admin Console at admin.google.com.
2. Navigate to Domains > Manage Domains.
3. Click Add a Domain or Verify Domain (depending on your account setup).
4. Google will provide several verification methods.

The recommended method for Porkbun domains is adding a TXT record to your DNS settings.

4. Log In to Porkbun and Open DNS Settings

To verify your domain, you need to update its DNS records:

1. Go to Porkbun Login and sign in.
2. Navigate to Domain Management.
3. Select the domain you want to verify.
4. Click Edit DNS Records to access your DNS zone editor.

This is where you will add the TXT record provided by Google Workspace.

5. Add a TXT Record for Verification

Google Workspace will give you a TXT record that proves you own the domain.

Steps:

1. In Porkbun’s DNS editor, click Add Record.
2. Select Record Type: TXT.
3. Host: Enter @ (represents your root domain).
4. Value: Paste the TXT code provided by Google Workspace.
5. TTL: Leave as default (usually 300 seconds).
6. Click Submit or Save.

Note: DNS changes can take a few minutes to several hours to propagate. Be patient if verification doesn’t succeed immediately.

6. Complete Verification in Google Workspace

After adding the TXT record in Porkbun:

1. Return to the Google Workspace Admin Console.
2. Click Verify next to your domain.
3. Google will check the DNS records and confirm ownership.

Once verified, you can start using Google Workspace apps with your domain.

7. Configure MX Records for Gmail

Verification alone is not enough to send and receive emails. You also need to configure MX records in Porkbun:

1. In Porkbun DNS settings, click Add Record.
2. Enter the MX records provided by Google Workspace.
3. Save the changes.
4. Test sending and receiving emails to ensure Gmail works correctly.

Proper MX configuration ensures your emails are delivered reliably and don’t end up in spam folders.

8. Optional: Enhance Email Security

To improve email delivery and security, consider adding:

• SPF Record: Specifies which mail servers can send emails for your domain.
• DKIM Record: Digitally signs your emails to prevent tampering.
• DMARC Record: Protects your domain from email spoofing.

These records are also added in Porkbun DNS settings and help maintain your domain’s email reputation.

9. Troubleshooting Common Issues

Some common verification issues include:

Issue	Solution
TXT record not found	Double-check the value and host (@) in Porkbun DNS.
DNS propagation delay	Wait 15–30 minutes, or up to 24 hours for propagation.
Multiple conflicting TXT records	Remove duplicates or conflicting entries.
Browser caching	Retry verification in incognito mode.

Following these steps usually resolves verification problems quickly.

10. Best Practices for Porkbun Users

• Always keep your Porkbun account credentials secure.
• Document all DNS changes for future reference.
• Use Google Workspace setup wizard for guided configuration.
• Consider setting up subdomains for additional services if needed.

Proper management ensures smooth operation and reduces errors.

Conclusion

Verifying a domain for Google Workspace through Porkbun is straightforward when you follow these steps. By:

1. Logging into Google Workspace and Porkbun,
2. Adding the TXT record for verification,
3. Completing domain verification, and
4. Configuring MX records for Gmail,

you ensure your domain is secure and fully functional for professional email and collaboration.

Domain verification not only enables Google Workspace apps but also protects your business’s online identity, ensuring your emails and data remain secure.