What are TXT records?
Learn what TXT records are, how they are used in DNS, and why they are critical for email authentication and verification.
What TXT records are
TXT records are DNS records used to store text-based information that other systems can read and interpret.
They are widely used for verification, configuration, and email authentication.
You can inspect TXT records using DNS Pro: https://app.dnspro.co.uk/dns-lookup
Common uses
- SPF policies
- DKIM public keys
- DMARC policies
- Domain ownership verification
Example
example.com. 3600 IN TXT "v=spf1 include:spf.protection.outlook.com -all"Why TXT records matter
TXT records are essential for modern email security and service validation.