To add MX records for Google Workspace, follow these essential steps to ensure proper email functionality:

Before Starting

• Ensure your Google Workspace subscription is active
• Be prepared to wait up to 72 hours for changes to take effect
• Remove any existing MX records before adding new ones

For Squarespace-managed domains:

1. Check Existing MX Records:

• Navigate to Domains panel
• Select your Squarespace domain
• Click DNS settings
• Look for Google Workspace records

You should see either five separate records or one combined record:

2. Add Missing Records:

• In DNS settings, select "Google Workspace MX" from Add preset dropdown
• Records will be added automatically

For Third-party Domains:

• Follow provider-specific instructions from Google documentation
• Add MX records through your domain provider's DNS settings

For Subdomains:

1. Go to DNS settings
2. Click "Add record"
3. Enter subdomain in Host field
4. Select MX as Type
5. Set Priority to 10
6. Enter smtp.google.com in Data field

Important Notes:

• Wait 72 hours for full propagation
• Verify records are correctly configured
• Contact support if emails aren't working after 72 hours
• Delete all existing MX records before adding new ones if experiencing issues

Troubleshooting:

• Check domain connection status
• Verify Google Workspace subscription
• Review spam settings
• Ensure proper domain verification

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