Domain verification ensures no unauthorized use of your domain with Google Workspace. Here's how to resolve common verification issues:

Initial Verification Steps:

1. Log in using your temporary password from the welcome email
2. Accept Google's terms of service
3. Complete domain verification in the Google Workspace admin console

For Squarespace Websites:

• Remove any homepage password protection
• Ensure your homepage is enabled and not a demo page
• Verify third-party domain linking (allow up to 72 hours if recently linked)

Retry Verification:

1. Open Google Workspace panel
2. Click "Retry" under the verification error message
3. Refresh browser (disappearing retry button indicates success)

TXT Record Verification:

1. Get verification data from Google Workspace Admin Console
2. Add TXT record to DNS settings:
   • For Squarespace domains:
     • Access Domains dashboard
     • Click domain name > DNS
     • Select "Google Workspace Verification"
     • Add verification code
     • Wait 10-60 minutes for verification
   • For third-party domains:
     • Add TXT record through domain host's DNS settings
     • Format: google-site-verification=[unique code]

If verification fails:

• Confirm DNS propagation (may take up to 72 hours)
• Check for proper MX record setup
• Ensure nameserver settings are correct
• Contact domain provider if issues persist

Remember to document any changes made to DNS settings and maintain backups of original configurations.

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