If you’re a small business owner, you probably don’t spend your afternoons obsessing over SPF, DKIM, and DMARC (and honestly, who can blame you?). But here’s the deal: email authentication is crucial. Without it, your emails might not reach your customers’ inboxes, and worse—you could look like a spammer. 😬
But don’t worry—I’ve got a simple, free way for you to check if your email setup is in tip-top shape. And if it’s not, well, that’s where I come in. Let’s dig in!
Key Takeaways
Use MXToolbox to check your domain’s email health
SPF, DKIM, and DMARC are your email’s best friends—make sure they’re set up right
Contact me if MXToolbox flags any issues. I’ll untangle the tech so you don’t have to
Step 1: Meet Your New Best Friend, MXToolbox
MXToolbox is an easy-to-use online tool that lets you check the health of your domain’s email setup. Think of it as a quick trip to the mechanic—but for your email. Best of all? It’s free. Yes, free!
Here’s how to get started:
Head to mxtoolbox.com
Use the tabs to navigate to “SuperTool” or “Email Health”
Type your domain name (e.g., yourbusiness.com) into the search bar
Step 2: Check for Red Flags
Once MXToolbox works its magic, it’ll give you a report. You’re looking for green checkmarks (yay!) and red Xs (uh-oh). Here’s what those red Xs could mean:
SPF (Sender Policy Framework): Fail
This means your domain isn’t telling the world which email servers are allowed to send emails on your behalf. It’s like not having a guest list at a party—anyone can show up and pretend to be you. 🥴
DKIM (DomainKeys Identified Mail): Fail
This one is like adding your signature to an email. If it’s missing or doesn’t match up, people might think your email is a forgery.
DMARC (Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance): Fail
This is the boss of the email security team. If it’s not set up, you’re missing the final piece of the puzzle to keep spoofers and spammers away.
Step 3: If It’s Broken, I Can Fix It
If MXToolbox finds issues, don’t panic. This is where I come in. Whether it’s:
SPF: I’ll make sure your domain’s guest list (ahem, SPF record) is rock solid
DKIM: I’ll set up that digital signature so no one can forge your emails
DMARC: I’ll create a DMARC policy to keep spammers in check and help you monitor what’s happening
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Don’t Let Email Headaches Hold You Back
Your email is your lifeline to your customers. Don't live with your email woes. Whether you’re sending invoices, marketing campaigns, or heartfelt thank-you notes, you need to know those emails are landing in the right place—not the spam folder.
So, here’s the deal: run your domain through MXToolbox today. If something’s off, let me handle the tech so you can get back to running your business.
👉 Click here to schedule a consultation with me and say goodbye to email issues for good!
Let’s make your inbox squeaky clean. 🧼📩
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