Verify with DNS Record (CNAME)

This tutorial follows the steps needed to verify a domain name through creation of a CNAME record.

Step 1

From your Workspace Settings, click the Verified Domains link.

Screenshot with the Verified Domains link

Step 2

Click the Add Domain button.

Screenshot with the Add Domain button

Step 3

Fill in the Domain field, and the Verification Method field. Click the Continue button.

Screenshot with the Continue button

Step 4

The next screen provides the assigned properties for your domain's verification.

Screenshot of the Verified Domains | Named Graph page.

Step 5

Visit your domain's DNS settings to create a new CNAME record based on your assigned properties. Terms and steps vary slightly depending on the DNS provider, but you will typically find a form similar to the following.

Screenshot of the DNS Example Control Panel page.

Step 6

Once the DNS record as been added, it may take some time to propagate (ranging from seconds to days). We will automatically monitor the verification, but you may also try a manual verification, and click the Verify button.

Screenshot with the Verify button

Step 7

Even after a successful verification, be sure to retain the DNS record to maintain your domain's verified status.

Screenshot of the Verified Domains | Named Graph page.

Step 8

You can always return to your Verified Domains list to review or configure additional domains.

Screenshot of the Verified Domains | Named Graph page.