How to authenticate domain in sendgrid
- George Apostolov
How to authenticate domain in sendgrid: step-by-step guide
Log into your SendGrid account and go to Settings in the left panel.
Find and select Sender Authentication.
Click on Get Started under Authenticate Your Domain.
Select from the list of providers Eg."Cloudflare".
Click on Next
Enter your website domain and hit Next
You'll need to add DNS records to verify your domain with SendGrid. First, copy these records. (copy icon) Next, go to where you bought your domain (like GoDaddy, Namecheap, etc.) and find the DNS settings. It's usually under 'Manage Domain' or 'DNS Management'. Creating a new CNAME record for each of the first three lines. Creating a new TXT record for the last line. Pasting the values exactly as shown here.
Quick answer: To authenticate your domain in SendGrid, log into your account, open Sender Authentication in Settings, and click Get Started. Select your DNS provider, enter your website domain, and click Next. Finally, copy the provided DNS records and add them as CNAME and TXT records in your domain registrar's settings.
About this SendGrid tutorial
Complete domain authentication in SendGrid by selecting your DNS provider, entering your domain, and adding the required CNAME and TXT records. This guide shows how to authenticate domain in sendgrid in 7 steps, starting with "Log into your SendGrid account and go to Settings in the left panel" and finishing with "You'll need to add DNS records to verify your domain with SendGrid. First, copy these r...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real SendGrid interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to authenticate domain in sendgrid?
7 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your SendGrid data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under SendGrid. Related guides: How to Back Up SendGrid Templates to Local Storage, How to Change the Sender Name in SendGrid and How to check sendgrid logs. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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