Setting up your domain for Google Workspace is the first step to using custom email addresses and Google’s powerful productivity tools on your own domain. Whether you’re a business owner, school, or nonprofit, this guide will show you how to setup your domain for Google Workspace quickly and easily.
What is Google Workspace?
Google Workspace (formerly Google Apps) gives you access to Gmail, Google Docs, Sheets, Calendar, and more—all under your custom domain. For example, if your domain is example.com.au, you can create email addresses like yourname@example.com.au, improving your brand’s credibility and communication.
Why setup your domain for Google Workspace?
When you connect your domain to Google Workspace, your team will have access to:
- A custom email address (e.g., you@example.com.au)
- Shared calendars and file storage
- Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides for real-time collaboration
- A secure and centralised workspace for your organisation
Prerequisites before starting
- Sign up for a Google Workspace account: https://workspace.google.com
- Have access to your domain DNS or cPanel hosting account
How to setup domain for Google Workspace in cPanel
If your domain is hosted on a cPanel server, follow these steps:
1. Login to cPanel
Use your hosting login to access your domain’s cPanel.
2. Open Remote MX Wizard
Under the Mail section, click ‘Remote MX Wizard‘.
3. Select your domain
Choose the domain you want to connect with Google Workspace.
4. Choose Google services
Pick any additional Google services you’d like to enable.
5. Finish configuration
Click ‘Continue & configure domain with Google Workspace‘. The system will update your domain’s mail settings to work with Google.
Once you’ve completed the setup, your domain will be ready to use Google’s email and collaboration tools. Be sure to verify your domain in your Google Workspace admin panel and test your email setup. Regularly reviewing your DNS and MX records helps keep everything secure and running smoothly.
If you need any assistance during or after setup, feel free to reach out to our Network Dynamics support team, we’re here to help ensure your domain is configured correctly.
