Connecting a domain to Google Workspace involves verifying domain ownership in the Admin console, updating DNS records (MX records) with your domain host to direct mail, and adding user alias/secondary domains if needed. Key steps include logging into your 1st Domains account to add the below records.
Step-by-Step Domain Connection
- Add Domain in Admin Console:
- Sign in to the Google Admin console.
- Navigate to Account > Domains > Manage domains.
- Click Add a domain and enter your domain name.
- Select Secondary domain (for separate user management) or User alias domain (for additional email addresses).
- Click Add domain & start verification.
- Verify Ownership:
- Follow the on-screen instructions to verify you own the domain, which usually involves adding a TXT record to your domain host's DNS settings.
- Activate Gmail (Update MX Records):
- Log in to your domain registrar/host's website.
- Locate the DNS management section.
- Delete any existing MX records.
- Add Google's MX records(e.g., ASPMX.L.GOOGLE.COM, priority 1).
DISCLAIMER: This guide provides instructions on how to add 1st Domains emails to Google WorkSpace. Please be aware that Google may update its settings, appearance, and procedures over time. Consequently, the steps outlined in this guide may change or differ from the current Google WorkSpace interface in the future. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please refer to Gmail’s official help resources. View Google Workspace knowledge articles and instructions here.