Setup Valid SPF DKIM
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-valid-spf-and-dkim
Instructions on how to set up a valid
SPF and DKIM
As part of our ongoing effort to keep you informed about upcoming changes from
Google and Yahoo!, we want to bring your attention to a critical update.
Starting in February, both Google and Yahoo will mandate email senders to verify
their identities through authentication protocols such as SPF and DKIM.
SPF (Sender Policy Framework) authenticates the sender, allowing only
authorized servers to send emails from your domain. Meanwhile, DKIM
(DomainKeys Identified Mail) verifies that a message remains unchanged during
transit. By implementing these protocols, you enhance your email domain's
security against spoofing attacks and fraud while also improving email
deliverability.
Key Changes:
- SPF Record:
- Record Type: TXT
- Content/Value: v=spf1 include:_spf.smtp.com ~all
- DKIM Record:
- Record Type: CNAME
- Host Name: smtpkey._domainkey.yourdomain.com
- Content/Value: smtpcustomer._domainkey.smtpsend.com
Note: If you are using GoDaddy, the DKIM record should be set up as
follows:
- Record Type: CNAME
- Host Name: smtpmail._domainkey.(your domain is assumed)
- Content/Value: smtpcustomer._domainkey.smtpsend.com
Action Steps:
- Navigate to your domain's DNS settings.
- Add/update the SPF and DKIM records as specified above.
Important Notes:
Once you have made these changes, please contact support@smtp.com. Our Team
will ensure that your settings are mirrored to finalize the setup.
Explore our additional instructions on SPF, DKIM, and Email Authentication
(SPF, DKIM, DMARC)