# Using cPanel to configure a domain for Google Workspace

> Add the MX, verification and other DNS records in cPanel that Google Workspace needs to work with your domain.

Source: https://helpcenter.ruachost.com/email/workspace-365/using-cpanel-to-configure-a-domain-for-google-workspace/

Google Workspace (formerly G Suite/Google Apps) lets you use Gmail, Calendar, Docs, and other Google services with your own domain. To make this work, you must configure your domain’s DNS records in cPanel.

## Step 1: Sign Up for Google Workspace

1. Visit [Google Workspace](https://workspace.google.com/) → click **Get started**.
2. Create your account and specify your domain name.
3. After signup, verify your domain ownership in the **Google Admin Console**.

   - Verification methods include TXT records, CNAME, or uploading an HTML file.
   - See <https://support.google.com/a/topic/9196?hl=en&ref_topic=3540977>. ⚠️ You cannot activate Google Workspace services until verification is complete.

## Step 2: Configure DNS Settings in cPanel

### 1. Update MX Records

1. Log in to **cPanel → Zone Editor → Manage**.\
   ![Screenshot](https://helpcenter.ruachost.com/kb-images/060fd433ce5f.webp)
2. Delete existing MX records.
3. Add new MX records depending on signup date:

| Priority | Destination (before Apr 2023) | Destination (after Apr 2023) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 |  |  |
| 5 |  | — |
| 5 |  | — |
| 10 |  | — |
| 10 |  | — |

*(Use TTL = 14400)*

### 2. Update SPF Record

1. In **Zone Editor → Manage**, delete any existing TXT records starting with `v=spf`.
2. Add a new TXT record:

```
v=spf1 include:_spf.google.com ~all
```

     3. Click **Save Record**.

### 3. Configure Email Routing

1. In **cPanel → Email Routing**, select your domain.
2. Choose **Remote Mail Exchanger**.
3. Click **Change**.

## Step 3: Wait for DNS Propagation

- Changes may take up to **24 hours** to propagate globally.
- Once complete, your domain’s e‑mail will be handled entirely by Google Workspace.

## Reverting Back to cPanel Mail

If you want to stop using Google Workspace:

1. Delete the Google MX and SPF records.
2. Restore your previous MX and SPF records.
3. Reset **Email Routing** back to **Local Mail Exchanger**.

> **Note:**
- After switching to Google Workspace, you must manage e‑mail accounts in the **Google Admin Console**, not cPanel.
- Always back up your old DNS settings before making changes.
- A Verified Mark Certificate (VMC) may be required if you plan to use BIMI with Google Workspace.