How to Manage TXT Records in OzSpeed

TXT Records are DNS records used to store text information for your domain. They are commonly used for purposes such as email authentication (SPF, DKIM, DMARC), domain ownership verification, and other configurations. Here’s a step-by-step guide tailored to manage TXT Records in your OzSpeed hPanel.

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Steps to Manage TXT Records in OzSpeed #

Step 1: Log in to OzSpeed hPanel #

1. Visit OzSpeed hPanel.
2. Enter your username and password, and click Log In to access your account.

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Step 2: Access DNS Zone Editor #

1. From the dashboard, go to the Domains section.
2. Select the domain you want to manage.
3. Click on Manage DNS or DNS Zone Editor to view the DNS settings for your domain.

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Step 3: View Existing TXT Records #

1. In the DNS Zone Editor, scroll to the TXT Records section.
2. Review the current TXT Records to ensure they meet your requirements.

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Step 4: Add a New TXT Record #

1. Click Add Record or Create Record in the TXT Records section.
2. Fill out the required fields:
   • Host/Name:
     • Enter @ for the root domain (e.g., example.com).
     • Use a subdomain (e.g., mail or _dmarc) if applicable.
   • Type: Select TXT.
   • Value: Enter the text string provided by your service (e.g., SPF, DKIM, or verification record).
     • Example SPF record: v=spf1 include:_spf.example.com ~all.
   • TTL (Time to Live): Set a TTL value (e.g., 300 seconds or 5 minutes).
3. Click Save to add the TXT Record.

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Step 5: Edit an Existing TXT Record #

1. Locate the TXT Record you want to modify.
2. Click the Edit button next to the record.
3. Update the Host, Value, or other fields as needed.
4. Save the changes.

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Step 6: Delete a TXT Record #

1. To remove a TXT Record, click Delete next to the record in the TXT Records section.
2. Confirm the deletion.

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Example TXT Records #

Host/Name	Type	Value	TTL
@	TXT	v=spf1 include:_spf.example.com ~all	300
mail	TXT	google-site-verification=abc123	300
_dmarc	TXT	v=DMARC1; p=none; rua=mailto:dmarc@example.com	300

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Common Use Cases for TXT Records #

1. SPF Records:
   • Used to define authorized mail servers for your domain.
   • Example: v=spf1 include:_spf.example.com ~all.
2. DKIM Records:
   • Used for email signing to validate message integrity.
   • Example: v=DKIM1; k=rsa; p=BASE64_PUBLIC_KEY.
3. DMARC Records:
   • Adds email authentication policies to protect against spoofing.
   • Example: v=DMARC1; p=quarantine; rua=mailto:admin@example.com.
4. Domain Verification:
   • Used by services like Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 for domain ownership verification.

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Troubleshooting TXT Records #

1. Records Not Working:
   • Ensure the TXT value is correctly formatted and provided by the relevant service.
   • Verify the TTL is set to a reasonable time (e.g., 300 seconds).
2. Changes Not Reflecting:
   • Clear your local DNS cache:
     • Windows: ipconfig /flushdns.
     • macOS: sudo killall -HUP mDNSResponder.
   • Allow up to 24–48 hours for global DNS propagation.
3. Conflicting Records:
   • Avoid duplicate TXT Records for the same host if they conflict (e.g., multiple SPF records).

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Additional Notes #

• Backup DNS Settings:
  • Save a copy of your current DNS records before making any changes.
• Verify Propagation:
  • Use tools like dnschecker.org to confirm TXT Record propagation globally.
• Contact Support:
  • Reach out to OzSpeed Support for assistance if you encounter issues.