How-to add a TXT DNS record in cPanel

This article explains how to add TXT records to your domain using the DNS using cPanel.

Add a TXT record in cPanel

1. Log in to cPanel.
2. Click Advanced DNS Zone Editor.
3. If you have multiple domains, select the domain you wish to edit from the drop-down list.
4. To create a new TXT record for your domain name fill in the fields
   1. Name: Enter the TXT record name. For example, enter yourdomain.com.
   2. TTL: Enter 14400
   3. Type: Select TXT from the drop-down list
   4. TXT Data: Enter the TXT record you wish to create. For example, “v=spf1 include:ecenica.com ~all”
5. Click Add Record.

Your domain name will be updated with your new TXT record instantly.

Edit a TXT DNS record in cPanel

To edit an existing TXT record for your domain name simply click Edit next to the DNS record.