How to Verify Google Search Console

How to Verify Google Search Console – Method 1: HTML File Upload

1. Enter URL: In Google Search Console (URL Prefix method), enter the domain you wish to verify (including https://) and click Continue.
   
2. Download File: Click to download the HTML verification file provided by Google.
   
3. Upload to Lihi:
   • Return to your Lihi dashboard.
   • Navigate to Domains and click Other Settings.
   • Click “Upload Google Verification HTML File” and upload the file you just downloaded from step 2.
     
4. Verify: Return to the Google Search Console screen and click Verify. Once the “Ownership verified” popup appears, the process is complete.
   

How to Verify Google Search Console – Method 2: TXT Record (DNS)

1. Enter Domain: In Google Search Console (Domain property method), enter the domain name you wish to verify and click Continue.
   
2. Get Verification Code:
   • In the dropdown menu, select “Any DNS provider.”
   • Ensure the record type is set to TXT.
   • Click Copy to copy the verification string.
     
3. Access DNS Settings: Go to your domain registrar’s DNS management page. (Note: The following steps assume you are managing a domain purchased directly through the Lihi dashboard.)
   
   
4. Add Record:
   • Click Add Record (or Create).
   • Fill in the required fields (Type: TXT; Value: Paste the code copied from Google).
   • Click Save.
     
5. Confirm & Verify:
   • Ensure the new record appears in your list.
   • Return to Google Search Console and click Verify.
     
6. Completion: An “Ownership verified” success window will appear. Click Done to finish.