Perform this workflow before configure your Single Sign-On (SSO) provider. Domain verification ensures that only authorized domains are used for Single Sign-On (SSO) authentication, enhancing security by preventing unauthorized access.
Note
You must be a domain administrator to add a TXT record to your DNS provider.
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Log in to the Samsara dashboard.
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Select the Settings icon ( ) at the bottom of your Fleet menu to view dashboard settings.
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Select Single Sign-On.
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Add a new domain.
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Enter your domain name (for example
yourcompany.com
) in the Domain Verification section. -
Click Add Domain.
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Ensure the domain is entered correctly without typos and excludes any prefix such as
http
orhttps
.
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Obtain the verification code.
A unique verification code is generated and displayed next to your domain. Copy the verification code for the next step.
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Add a TXT record to your DNS provider.
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Log in to your DNS provider’s management console (for example GoDaddy, Cloudflare).
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Navigate to the DNS Management or DNS Settings section.
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Add a new TXT Record with the following details:
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Type:
TXT
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Name/Host:
samsara_verify.[yourdomain.com]
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Value/Text: Paste the verification code from Samsara.
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TTL: Set it to the default propagation.
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Save the new TXT record.
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Verify the domain in Samsara.
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Return to the Samsara dashboard.
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In the Domain Verification section, click on the Verify button next to your domain.
Samsara will verify for the TXT record in your DNS settings and display a green check mark next to the domain if verification is successful.
Tip
DNS propagation can take up to 48 hours. If testing does not succeed, try again in 24 hours.
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Proceed to configure Single Sign-On (SSO) Authentication for the verified domain.
Refer the the following table of common issues and how to resolve them.
Issue |
Troubleshooting Steps |
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TXT Record Not Found |
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Verification Code Mismatch |
Ensure the verification code is copied exactly as provided. Remove any extra spaces or characters. |
No Access to DNS Provider |
Contact your IT administrator or domain registrar to add the TXT record on your behalf. |
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