Introduction
Configuring Domain Name System (DNS) records for the GoSMTP mailer is a pivotal step in optimizing email deliverability, ensuring authenticity, and safeguarding your communication integrity. These records are crucial for preventing your emails from being flagged as spam and establishing your domain's legitimacy. Depending on the email service provider (mailer) you are using with GoSMTP, you may need to configure different types of DNS records. In this comprehensive guide, we'll cover how to add and verify TXT (DKIM, DMARC, SPF), CNAME, and A records.
Adding and Verifying DNS Records for GoSMTP Mailer
Access Your DNS Settings
To get started, log in to your domain registrar or hosting provider's control panel. This is where you manage your domain's DNS configuration. Look for a section labeled "DNS Management," "DNS Settings," or similar.
Add and Verify TXT Records
» Create a new TXT record.
» Enter "mail._domainkey" in the "Host" or "Name" field.
» In the "Text" field, paste the DKIM public key provided by your email service provider.
» Save the record.
» Enter "mail._domainkey" in the "Host" or "Name" field.
» In the "Text" field, paste the DKIM public key provided by your email service provider.
» Save the record.
» Create a new TXT record.
» Enter your domain name in the "Host" or "Name" field.
» In the "Text" field, define your DMARC policy. Example: "v=DMARC1; p=quarantine; rua=mailto:your@email.com"
» Save the record.
» Enter your domain name in the "Host" or "Name" field.
» In the "Text" field, define your DMARC policy. Example: "v=DMARC1; p=quarantine; rua=mailto:your@email.com"
» Save the record.
» Create a new TXT record.
» Enter your domain name in the "Host" or "Name" field.
» In the "Text" field, add the SPF record. Example: "v=spf1 include:_spf.yourdomain.com ~all"
» Save the record.
» Enter your domain name in the "Host" or "Name" field.
» In the "Text" field, add the SPF record. Example: "v=spf1 include:_spf.yourdomain.com ~all"
» Save the record.
Add and Verify CNAME Record
» Create a new CNAME record.
» In the "Host" or "Name" field, enter the desired subdomain (e.g., "email").
» In the "Points to" field, enter the target value provided by your email service provider.
» Save the record.
» In the "Host" or "Name" field, enter the desired subdomain (e.g., "email").
» In the "Points to" field, enter the target value provided by your email service provider.
» Save the record.
Add and Verify A Record
» Create a new A record.
» In the "Host" or "Name" field, enter the desired subdomain (e.g., "mail").
» In the "IPv4 Address" or "Points to" field, enter the IP address provided by your email service provider.
» Save the record.
» In the "Host" or "Name" field, enter the desired subdomain (e.g., "mail").
» In the "IPv4 Address" or "Points to" field, enter the IP address provided by your email service provider.
» Save the record.
Save Changes and Propagation
Save the newly added DNS records.
Verify DNS Records
» Use your email service provider's dashboard to verify DNS records. Some providers offer built-in verification tools.
» Alternatively, you can use online DNS record verification tools to ensure the accuracy of your records.
» Alternatively, you can use online DNS record verification tools to ensure the accuracy of your records.
Adding and Verifying DNS Records for GoSMTP Mailer
» Double-check the correctness of the entered DNS records to avoid configuration errors.
» If you encounter issues, contact your email service provider's support for guidance.
» Regularly review and update DNS records, especially if there are changes to your email infrastructure.
» Verify DKIM, DMARC, and SPF records periodically to maintain email security and deliverability.
» Be patient during DNS propagation. Changes may not take effect immediately.
» If you encounter issues, contact your email service provider's support for guidance.
» Regularly review and update DNS records, especially if there are changes to your email infrastructure.
» Verify DKIM, DMARC, and SPF records periodically to maintain email security and deliverability.
» Be patient during DNS propagation. Changes may not take effect immediately.
By following these steps and considering the additional points, you'll effectively add and verify DNS records required by your chosen mailer for GoSMTP. This ensures that your emails are authenticated, secure, and have higher chances of successful delivery.