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Google Workspace DNS

description Google Workspace DNS Overview

For organizations deeply embedded in the Google Workspace ecosystem, using Google's managed DNS services ensures seamless integration with other Google cloud services. It provides high reliability and is managed within the familiar Google administrative console, simplifying management for IT departments already invested in the Google suite.

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Google Workspace DNS ranks #12 of 38 in the Dns Provider ranking, behind Cloudflare for Work, ahead of OpenDNS (Cisco).

help Google Workspace DNS FAQ

What MX records do I need to set up for Google Workspace email?

Google Workspace requires MX records pointing to Google's mail servers, with the primary record set to ASPMX.L.GOOGLE.COM with the highest priority (lowest number). Google's setup documentation provides additional backup MX records with ascending priority values that should be added through your domain registrar or DNS provider.

Does Google Workspace include DNS hosting?

Google Workspace itself does not include full DNS hosting as a core feature, though Google Cloud DNS is available as a separate cloud service for organizations needing managed DNS. Many Google Workspace customers use third-party DNS providers like Cloudflare or GoDaddy while simply pointing their MX records to Google for email.

Can I use Google Public DNS (8.8.8.8) with Google Workspace?

Google Public DNS (8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4) is a free recursive DNS resolver that is completely separate from Google Workspace and can be used by anyone regardless of their email provider. Using it will not interfere with Google Workspace functionality, as Workspace configuration depends on authoritative DNS records at your domain, not your local resolver.

Where do I manage DNS records for a Google Workspace domain?

DNS records for a Google Workspace domain are managed through your domain registrar or DNS hosting provider, not within the Google Workspace admin console itself. The Google Workspace setup wizard provides the specific records you need to add (MX, TXT, CNAME), which you then configure at wherever your domain's nameservers are hosted.

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