Google site verification

Prerequisites: Your domain name must be resolved and your site must be accessible.

1. Sign in to Google Search Console at https://search.google.com/. Note: Due to network restrictions, users in the Chinese mainland may need additional tools to access this service. After signing in, choose a property type to add:

·    Domain (recommended): Requires DNS verification. After adding a domain, you do not need to separately verify its subdomains or re-verify the domain after configuring an SSL certificate.

·    URL prefix: Does not require DNS verification. This method supports multiple verification options. However, it only verifies the exact address and protocol you enter. If you verify an http:// address, you must re-verify the https:// version after configuring an SSL certificate.

2. In the Domain input box on the left side of Google Search Console, enter your top-level domain.

3. Click **Continue** to start the DNS verification. In the verification dialog box, find the TXT record value and click Copy.

4. Sign in to your domain provider's console. For example, if your domain is managed by Alibaba Cloud, sign in to the Alibaba Cloud console and click Domains in the left-side navigation pane.

5. Click DNS Settings > Add Record. Set Record Type to TXT and Host to @. In the value field, paste the TXT record you copied in the previous step. Leave the other settings at their default values.

6. After adding the TXT record, wait for the DNS changes to propagate. Then, return to Google Search Console and click Verify in the dialog box to complete the DNS verification.

7. A success message appears in Google Search Console, confirming your ownership. The verification process is complete.

To maintain your verified status, do not remove the TXT record from your DNS settings.