Step 2: Verify domain ownership

Confirm that you own the domain you signed up with to activate Google Apps.

• Note: this step is already completed if you purchased a new domain in Step 1.
• There are two verification methods:
  • Upload a special file to your site.
  • Create a special CNAME record for your domain.

Related resources

• Domain and DNS basics
• Domain verification presentation (7 minutes)
• Tips for uploading the special file
• Tips for creating the special CNAME record
• Domain verification troubleshooter

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