Quick Answer

To add an MX record on GoDaddy, log in to your account, open your Domain Portfolio, select your domain, and go to DNS Management. Then add a new MX record to route email for your domain.

Steps to Add an MX Record on GoDaddy

1. Log in to your GoDaddy account

Log into to your GoDaddy Account

Go to Profile located at the top right corner of your screen

Click “My Products” to access domain portfolio once the dropdown menu appears

2. Open your domain settings

Find the domain you want to manage

Click on “Domain” on the menu located at the far left of your screen

3. Locate DNS Record settings

Now click on “DNS” then “DNS Records” on the menu at the top

4. Locate the record you want to change

Click “Add New Record”

Select MX as the record type

5. Enter the MX record details

Fill in the required fields:

Name: @

Value: the mail server provided by your email provider

Priority: lower numbers have higher priority

TTL: leave default unless needed

6. Save the record

Click Save

What Happens Next

MX record changes usually take effect within a few minutes, but may take up to 24 hours depending on DNS caching.

Common Issues

1. Email not working after adding MX records
   • Confirm the mail server values are correct
   • Check that priority values are set properly
2. Unable to add MX records
   • Ensure the domain is using GoDaddy nameservers
   • If not, DNS must be managed at your nameserver provider