MX Record vs TXT Record

MX records tell mail systems where to deliver email for a domain. TXT records store free-form text and are often used for verification and policy publication.

MX record

MX records define which mail servers should receive mail and in what priority order.

TXT record

TXT records are commonly used for SPF, domain verification, DMARC, and other policy-related data.

Why people confuse them

Email-related DNS often uses both. MX handles delivery targets, while TXT often holds authentication or verification instructions.