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TXT ·Record

text strings

value 16activeRFC 1035

Quick facts

TypeTXT

Value16

Statusactive

Meaningtext strings

SpecificationRFC 1035

Purpose

What does a TXT record do?

text strings

TXT is one of the DNS resource record (RR) types defined by RFC 1035.

Example

example.com. 3600 IN TXT "v=spf1 include:_spf.example.com ~all"

Related record types

Common uses

Common services

SPFDKIMDMARC

Frequently asked questions

SPF and DKIM email authentication, Domain verification, Arbitrary notes

In the DNS management panel of your registrar or DNS provider (for example Cloudflare or Route53).

Sources & standards

Updated 2026-08-18

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