Google Workspace frequently asked questions
Google Workspace, previously known as G Suite, is a set of online tools that help people work together more efficiently. It offers many services in the cloud to help groups collaborate and be more productive. Whether part of a small team or a large company, you may want to know more about using Google Workspace. This Google Workspace frequently asked questions article answers common questions about managing and using your Google Workspace account. It includes information about the Admin Console, temporary domain names, Gmail sending limits, and supported web browsers, along with links to additional resources when needed. Use this guide to quickly find answers to frequently asked questions and better understand the features and requirements of Google Workspace.
In this article, we will discuss:
- How do you use Admin Console in Google Workspace?
- Why does my Google Workspace show a temporary domain name instead of my own?
- What are the Gmail sending limits?
- Is there a list of supported browsers?
- Review
How do you use Admin Console in Google Workspace?
In addition to all the features regularly available for any Google Workspace User, administrators have access to unique controls that allow them to manage and restrict Google Workspace for all users associated with their domain. Google has prepared extensive documentation to help administrators effectively manage their accounts.
Visit Google Workspace Help for more information.
Why does my Google Workspace show a temporary domain name instead of my own?
Every Google Workspace account is assigned a temporary default domain in the following format:
mydomain.com.c-XXXXXXXX.appstempdomain.goog
The c-XXXXXXXX portion is a unique Google identifier for your account. Under normal circumstances, this temporary domain remains hidden, and your own domain name is used across Google Workspace services. If you see the temporary domain instead of your own, it usually means Google can no longer verify ownership of your primary domain.
This most commonly happens when:
- The DNS verification record was removed or changed (for example, during a website migration, DNS provider change, or domain transfer).
- The domain was originally verified under a different Google Workspace account.
- Your domain registration has expired.
If you're seeing an "unverified" warning or your services aren't working, it's because something changed in your DNS zone that removed Google's verification record.
How to fix it?
- Sign in to the Google Admin Console.
- Go to Account > Domains > Manage domains.
- Complete the verification steps.
- Google will provide a TXT verification record.
- Add the TXT record to your domain's DNS settings
- Wait for the DNS changes to propagate. Once Google detects the verification record, your domain will be verified again, and the temporary domain will no longer be used.
For detailed instructions, see: Verify your domain for Google Workspace.
If you need help updating your DNS records, see: How to manage DNS and advanced DNS records in Network Solutions.
What are the Gmail sending limits?
The Gmail sending limits are:
| Limit type | Description | Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Messages per day | Daily sending limit* | 2000 |
| Messages auto-forwarded | Messages automatically forwarded from another account; not included in the daily sending limit | 10000 |
| Auto-forward mail filters | Account filters that automatically forward mail | 20 |
| Recipients per message | Addresses in the To, Cc, and Bcc fields of a single email* | 2000 (500 external recipients max.) |
| Recipients per message (sent via SMTP by POP or IMAP users) | Addresses in the To, Cc, and Bcc fields of a single email* | 99 |
| Total recipients per day | Individual addresses count in every mail sent; 5 emails sent to 10 addresses count as 50 recipients* | 10000 |
| External recipients per day | Email addresses outside your primary domain, including domain aliases and alternate domains | 3000 |
| Unique recipients per day | Individual addresses count once a day; 5 emails sent to 10 addresses count as 10 unique recipients* | 3000 (2000 external) |
These limits and more information are also shown on Google's Support Site.
Is there a List of Supported Browsers?
While Google Workspace is optimized to work best with the Google Chrome web browser, it is also designed to work well on the most recent versions of other major browsers:
You can find more information on Google's support website.
Review
Managing your Google Workspace account becomes easier when you understand the most common features and requirements. This article explained how to use the Admin Console, why a temporary domain name may appear, Gmail sending limits, and the web browsers supported by Google Workspace. By referring to this Google Workspace frequently asked questions guide, you can quickly find answers to common concerns and follow the recommended steps to keep your Google Workspace services running smoothly.
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