How to Verify Microsoft 365 Third-Party Domains
You must verify Microsoft 365 third-party domains before you can license them since your domain is not registered with Bluehost. To complete this verification, you will need to take several steps through your current registrar. One important step is to point your domain's name servers to Bluehost, which will facilitate the verification process.
- Step 1: Update your Name Servers
- Step 2: Complete the Purchase Process of Microsoft 365
- Step 3: Verify Domain Ownership
- Why Not Use Bluehost Name Servers
- Summary
Step 1: Update your Name Servers
To connect your third-party domain to your Bluehost account, you need to update your name servers with your current registrar. For detailed instructions on how to update your name servers, please visit the Microsoft 365 - How to Update Name Servers article.
Once you have pointed your name servers, it may take up to 72 hours for them to propagate and update across the web. Usually, this process is faster, typically taking around 8 to 12 hours for most US-based customers.
If you have other products using DNS records from a different registrar, changing your name server to Bluehost will not transfer those records.
Step 2: Complete the Purchase Process of Microsoft 365
Important: Bluehost no longer offers Microsoft 365 (formerly Office 365) services. This article is exclusively for existing accounts currently using this service. We encourage you to transition to our Professional Email solutions and Google Workspace for enhanced functionality and support.
Step 3: Verify Domain Ownership
Go to your Microsoft 365 Admin Center to complete the verification process. For detailed instructions on how to do so, please visit the Microsoft documentation: Add DNS records to connect your domain.
Why Not Use Bluehost Name Servers
You may not want to change your name servers to Bluehost if you already have a live website hosted elsewhere or if you plan on hosting your site elsewhere in the future. Pointing your name servers to Bluehost could make your live website go offline. If you prefer not to update your name servers to Bluehost, it’s worth noting that verifying Microsoft 365 may not be the best option for you. Instead, consider using our Professional Email services, which can still provide you with the features you need without affecting your current website hosting.
Summary
To verify Microsoft 365 third-party domains, update your name servers with your domain registrar to point to Bluehost. This a required step for connecting your domain to Microsoft 365. After propagation, you can verify your domain ownership in the Microsoft 365 Admin Center. Note that Bluehost no longer offers Microsoft 365 services for new customers. If you're currently using Microsoft 365 and are concerned about website hosting, consider alternatives like Bluehost’s Professional Email.
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