Remove Ownership Token Guide

Unfortunately, I am struggling to remove Neeraj's ownership token from Google Search Console.

It seems that some steps need to be taken in our host (123 Reg) with regards to the TXT record.

Unfortunately 123 Reg does not have a sub-account feature on their site. Therefore I have added the login credentials below:

It sounds like you're facing a challenge with removing the ownership token for your Google Search Console setup, and the process involves DNS configuration on your domain host, 123 Reg. To assist you further, here’s a secure step-by-step guide:

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### **Steps to Remove Ownership Token from Google Search Console via 123 Reg**

1. **Log In to 123 Reg Account**:
Use the credentials you provided (ensure they are secure and only shared with trusted individuals) to log in to the [123 Reg Control Panel](https://www.123-reg.co.uk/).

2. **Access DNS Settings**:
– Navigate to the **Domain Names** section in your account dashboard.
– Locate the domain associated with your Google Search Console setup and click **Manage**.

3. **Locate TXT Records**:
– Open the **DNS Settings** or **Manage DNS** option.
– Look for the TXT records section. This is where ownership tokens for Google Search Console are typically stored.

4. **Identify the Google Search Console Verification TXT Record**:
– The TXT record usually starts with something like `google-site-verification=`.
– Ensure you correctly identify this record, as removing the wrong one can cause issues with other services.

5. **Delete the TXT Record**:
– Click the delete option (often represented by a trash bin icon) next to the Google verification TXT record.
– Confirm the deletion.

6. **Verify Changes**:
– DNS changes may take up to 48 hours to propagate globally, but they often update within a few hours.
– You can verify the removal by checking with a DNS propagation tool like [WhatsMyDNS](https://www.whatsmydns.net/).

7. **Check Google Search Console**:
– Log in to your Google Search Console account and verify if the domain ownership status reflects the changes.

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### **Important Notes**:
– **Security First**: If you’re sharing credentials, make sure to change the password once the required changes are complete.
– **Backup Your DNS Records**: Before making any changes, take a screenshot or export the current DNS settings in case you need to revert.
– **Collaborate Safely**: If you're working with someone else, consider supervising them directly or using a screen-sharing session to maintain security.

Let me know if you need assistance with any of the steps!