orta / orta/keytrace

Allow using existing `_atptoto.` records for DNS verification

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Description

ATProto already has a way for users to verify their domains using DNS, by adding a TXT record containing the DID to an _atproto. subdomain.
Keytrace introduces a duplicate method: a TXT record on the root or a _keytrace. subdomain, containing the DID with a special prefix.
In the spirit of compatibility with the ATProto ecosystem, it would be great to support the existing verification method so people don't have to add a duplicate key just for Keytrace.

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Research direction

Start by tracing Keytrace's existing DNS verification flow and how it reads TXT records on the root and _keytrace. subdomain. Compare that behavior with ATProto's _atproto. TXT record containing a DID, then add support for recognizing the existing record without requiring a duplicate key. Done means a domain verified through the ATProto record works with Keytrace and existing verification behavior remains intact.

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Assessment

Tech stack
typescript
Domain
authentication
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Active
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Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
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