Google Apps

[TotalControl]

Having required a solution to a problem earlier this year, PH gave me some vital information on email that I surprisingly hadn't seen before. The simplicity is there but I'm a little baffled t say the least.

Last night I tried to set up and deploy Google Apps to be able to function with my site (which hasn't been built yet) to which I have purchased the .co.uk and .com domains. I have decided that the best way for this to work would be to direct my .com to the .co.uk. This would make it easier for my clients to know where I am based by just looking at the site address.

The issue I have is trying to get Google Apps up and running so that there is an email address from which I can email to other potential clients and customers without having to use my own private one. I currently have [e-mail] to use as the administrative account. However, how do I confirm ownership of the domain?

There are two options for me to take, one being the link to my site by uploading an HTML file and the other being to create a special CNAME record. How do I go about activating its use without a site? It seems as though I can't.

Thanks in advance.

[Jubal]

The CNAME option should be easy to configure in the control panel of your domain host. If not then change suppliers.

[TotalControl]

I'm currently with Register1. So the name is being held with them. I'm guessing the CNAME would be obtained from my control panel on their site?

[Jubal]

Sort of. You add a custom CNAME record for Google Apps. It will be straightforward in the control panel. Don't delete any that are there just add the one requested by Google.

[TotalControl]

I could really use JamieB's help right now. I can't find it so a support ticket has been raised.

[TotalControl]

Done. It's finally working now. Register1's chaps are quick!