# Adding DNS Records at Your Hosting Provider

## Why this matters

To [authenticate your domain](/en/docs/senders/authenticating-domains) and [align your tracking and bounce domains](/en/docs/senders/tracking-and-bounce-domains), you add a few **DNS records** wherever your domain's DNS is managed (usually your domain registrar or hosting provider).

The records themselves are generated for you in **Settings ▸ Domains**. This article shows the general process and where to find your DNS settings at common providers.

## Before you start

Open **Settings ▸ Domains** and keep it handy. For each record you'll need three things, all available with the **Copy to clipboard** buttons:

- the record **Type** (`TXT` or `CNAME`)
- the **Name** / **Host**
- the **Value**

## DNS records reference

Here are the records that authenticate and brand your sending domain. Replace **`[DOMAIN]`** with your sending domain and **`[CID]`** with your [Client ID](/en/docs/account-settings/finding-your-client-id). The values are the same everywhere and are generated for you in **Settings ▸ Domains** - copy them from there exactly rather than retyping.

**DKIM** - proves your emails really come from you.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | `TXT` |
| Name | `c[CID]._domainkey.[DOMAIN].` |
| Value | `v=DKIM1;k=rsa;p=…` (copy the full key from **Settings ▸ Domains**) |

**DMARC** - helps protect your domain from spoofing.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | `TXT` |
| Name | `_dmarc.[DOMAIN]` |
| Value | `v=DMARC1; p=none;` |

**Tracking** - brands the links in your campaigns.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | `CNAME` |
| Name | `link.[DOMAIN]` |
| Value | `c[CID].md02.com.` |

**Bounce** - handles delivery-status notifications for emails that fail.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | `CNAME` |
| Name | `em.[DOMAIN]` |
| Value | `c[CID].md02.com.` |

## The general process (any provider)

<Stepper>

1. Log in to the account that manages your domain's DNS (your registrar or hosting provider).

2. Open your DNS settings. They're usually labeled **DNS**, **DNS Management**, **Manage DNS**, **Name Servers**, or **Advanced DNS**.

3. Add a new record and choose the **Type** shown in your settings (`TXT` or `CNAME`).

4. Paste the **Name/Host** and **Value** exactly, using **Copy to clipboard**. Do not retype them; a single extra space or character will stop it from working.

5. Save the record. Add the other records the same way (one at a time).

6. Wait for propagation (usually a few hours, sometimes up to 48 hours), then return to **Settings ▸ Domains** to verify.

</Stepper>

<Callout type="info">
If your DNS tool only accepts a prefix (for example `_dmarc` instead of `_dmarc.yourdomain.com`), that's fine. Our system evaluates the complete record automatically.
</Callout>

## Where DNS settings are usually found

The exact wording changes over time and differs by provider, so if you don't see these labels, search your provider's help for "add a TXT record" or "add a CNAME record".

| Provider | Usually found under |
|---|---|
| GoDaddy | Your domain, then **DNS** / **Manage DNS** |
| Cloudflare | Your domain, then **DNS ▸ Records** |
| Namecheap | **Domain List ▸ Manage ▸ Advanced DNS** |
| OVH | **Domain names**, your domain, then **DNS zone** |
| Squarespace (formerly Google Domains) | Your domain, then **DNS settings** |
| Other providers | Look for **DNS**, **Advanced DNS**, or **Name Servers** |

## Troubleshooting

**My record won't validate**

- Re-copy the **Name** and **Value** with **Copy to clipboard**; do not type them by hand.
- Confirm the record **Type** matches what your settings show (`TXT` or `CNAME`).
- Remove any extra spaces or quotes your DNS tool may have added.
- Allow up to 48 hours for propagation, then check again.

If it still won't validate, contact our Support team with a screenshot of the records you entered.

## Related articles

- [Authenticating your domain](/en/docs/senders/authenticating-domains) - The DKIM and DMARC records
- [Tracking and bounce domains](/en/docs/senders/tracking-and-bounce-domains) - The tracking and bounce CNAME records
- [Adding a sender](/en/docs/senders/managing-senders) - Set up your "From" address