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# Setup GoDaddy DNS for Bento

This guide will walk you through configuring the required DNS records in GoDaddy to authenticate your domain for Bento email sending. By adding these records, you'll ensure optimal email deliverability and prevent your emails from being marked as spam. 


> ⚠️ **Warning**
> Adding DNS records is required for any customer sending over 5,000 emails on any given day. This is a new requirement from Gmail and Yahoo introduced in February 2024.


## Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have:
- Access to your GoDaddy account
- Your domain registered with GoDaddy or using GoDaddy DNS
- Required permissions to modify DNS records

## Required DNS Records

You'll need to add these 6 DNS records to your domain:


```
  example              CNAME  example.test.sendgrid.net
  bbb._domainkey       CNAME  bbb.domainkey.example.test.sendgrid.net
  bbb2._domainkey      CNAME  bbb2.domainkey.example.test.sendgrid.net
  bento                CNAME  ga.bentoemail.com
  bento3180._domainkey TXT    k=rsa; p=example...
  _dmarc               TXT    v=DMARC1; p=quarantine; adkim=s
```


You can find your specific DNS records in Bento under `System > DNS`. The values above are examples - use the actual values provided in your Bento account.


  
**1. Access GoDaddy DNS Management**

  
    
      
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          <li>Log into your GoDaddy account at godaddy.com</li>
          <li>Navigate to <strong>My Products</strong> from the account menu</li>
          <li>Find your domain in the <strong>Domains</strong> section</li>
          <li>Click the <strong>DNS</strong> button next to your domain</li>
          <li>You'll be taken to the DNS Management page</li>
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> If you don't see the DNS button, your domain might be using external nameservers. You'll need to manage DNS where your nameservers are pointed.

      
      
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**2. Add CNAME Records**

  
    
      
        You'll need to add 4 CNAME records. Let's start with the first one:
        
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          <li>Click the <strong>Add</strong> button in the DNS Management interface</li>
          <li>Select <strong>CNAME</strong> from the Type dropdown</li>
          <li>In the <strong>Name</strong> field, enter: <code>example</code></li>
          <li>In the <strong>Target</strong> field, enter: <code>example.test.sendgrid.net</code></li>
          <li>Set <strong>TTL</strong> to <strong>1 Hour</strong> (or leave default)</li>
          <li>Click <strong>Save</strong></li>
        </ol>

        
> GoDaddy uses "Host" for the record name and "Points to" for the target value. Some other providers use different terminology like "Name" and "Value".


        Repeat this process for the remaining CNAME records for example:
        - `bbb._domainkey` → `bbb.domainkey.example.test.sendgrid.net`
        - `bbb2._domainkey` → `bbb2.domainkey.example.test.sendgrid.net`
        - `bento` → `ga.bentoemail.com`

        
> 🚨 **Important**
> The example domain is for demonstration purposes only. Please use your own domain records from Bento <code>SYSTEM -> DNS</code> in the menu.

      
      
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**3. Add TXT Records**

  
    
      
        Now you'll add 2 TXT records. Let's start with the DKIM record:
        
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          <li>Click the <strong>Add</strong> button again</li>
          <li>Select <strong>TXT</strong> from the Type dropdown</li>
          <li>In the <strong>Name</strong> field, enter: <code>bentoEXAMPLE._domainkey</code></li>
          <li>In the <strong>Content</strong> field, enter the full DKIM key (starts with k=rsa; p=...)</li>
          <li>Set <strong>TTL</strong> to <strong>1 Hour</strong></li>
          <li>Click <strong>Save</strong></li>
        </ol>

        Then add the DMARC record:
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          <li>Click <strong>Add</strong> again</li>
          <li>Select <strong>TXT</strong> from the Type dropdown</li>
          <li>In the <strong>Name</strong> field, enter: <code>_dmarc</code></li>
          <li>In the <strong>Content</strong> field, enter: <code>v=DMARC1; p=quarantine; adkim=s</code></li>
          <li>Set <strong>TTL</strong> to <strong>1 Hour</strong></li>
          <li>Click <strong>Save</strong></li>
        </ol>

        
> Pro-tip: You can copy the exact DNS record values from your Bento account by clicking on each record. This helps avoid typos that could prevent verification.

      
      
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**4. Verify Your DNS Records**

  
    
      
        After adding all 6 DNS records, you need to verify them in Bento:
        
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          <li>Return to Bento and navigate to <strong>`SYSTEM -> DNS`</strong></li>
          <li>Wait 5-10 minutes for DNS propagation (can take up to 48 hours in some cases)</li>
          <li>Click the <strong>Check</strong> button next to each DNS record</li>
          <li>Properly configured records will show a green checkmark and blue text</li>
          <li>If any records fail verification, double-check the values and TTL settings</li>
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> DNS propagation can take anywhere from 5 minutes to 48 hours. If records don't verify immediately, wait a bit longer and try again.


        
> 🚨 **Important**
> DO NOT EDIT EXISTING RECORDS FOR YOUR DOMAIN. You should only be ADDING new records, never editing existing ones.

      
      
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**5. Final Record Overview**

  
    Once complete, your GoDaddy DNS records should be as follows:

    All 6 records should be visible in your DNS management interface with:
    - 4 CNAME records with proper Host and Points to values
    - 2 TXT records with proper Host and TXT Value content
    - All records showing TTL of 1 Hour (or your chosen value)
  


## GoDaddy Notes

- **Field Names**: GoDaddy uses "Host" and "Points to" for CNAME records, and "Host" and "TXT Value" for TXT records
- **TTL Options**: GoDaddy offers preset TTL values like 1 Hour, 30 minutes, etc.
- **Character Limits**: Long TXT records may need to be split into multiple quoted strings
- **Propagation**: GoDaddy DNS changes typically propagate within 1-4 hours

## Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues:

- **Records not verifying**: Double-check that all values match exactly what's shown in your Bento account
- **Long TXT records**: Split DKIM keys into multiple quoted strings if they exceed character limits
- **DNS propagation**: Wait up to 48 hours for global DNS propagation
- **TTL settings**: Use 1 Hour TTL for faster propagation during setup

## Next Steps

Once all DNS records are verified in Bento:
1. Your domain is now authenticated for email sending
2. You can start sending emails with improved deliverability
3. Monitor your email performance in the Bento dashboard

If you have any questions, feel free to ask in the Bento [Discord](https://discord.gg/ssXXFRmt5F)!