Add spf record to google mail

To add an SPF record to Google Mail (G Suite), you'll need to follow these steps:

Step 1: Verify your domain ownership

Before you can add an SPF record, you need to verify that you own the domain. You can do this by following these steps:

1. Go to the Google Admin Console and sign in with your administrator account.
2. Click on "Domains" and then click on "Verify domain ownership".
3. Follow the instructions to verify your domain ownership using one of the available methods (e.g., TXT record, HTML file, or DNS record).

Step 2: Create an SPF record

An SPF record is a TXT record that specifies which IP addresses are authorized to send email on behalf of your domain. You'll need to create a TXT record with the following format:

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

Here's a breakdown of the components:

• v=spf1: This specifies the version of the SPF protocol.
• include:_spf.google.com: This includes the SPF record for Google Mail, which allows Google to send email on behalf of your domain.
• ~all: This specifies that any other IP addresses that are not included in the SPF record should be rejected.

Step 3: Add the SPF record to your DNS

You'll need to add the SPF record to your domain's DNS settings. The exact steps will vary depending on your DNS provider, but here are the general steps:

1. Log in to your DNS provider's control panel.
2. Find the section where you can add custom TXT records.
3. Create a new TXT record with the following settings:
   • Hostname: @ (or leave blank)
   • Type: TXT
   • Value: v=spf1 include:_spf.google.com ~all
4. Save the changes to your DNS settings.

Step 4: Verify the SPF record

After adding the SPF record, you'll need to verify that it's working correctly. You can do this by using a tool like SPF Record Checker or DNS Checker.

Additional tips

• Make sure to update your DNS settings and wait for the changes to propagate before verifying the SPF record.
• If you have multiple domains, you'll need to add the SPF record to each domain separately.
• If you're using a third-party email service, you may need to add additional IP addresses to your SPF record.

By following these steps, you should be able to add an SPF record to Google Mail and help prevent spam and phishing attacks.