How to create a DMARC record

In this article, you'll learn how to create a DMARC record for the DMARC policy application of "none".

What you'll need:

  • A custom email address and a domain name

Access hosting provider DNS settings

To add a DMARC record, log in to your domain registrar or hosting provider's dashboard and navigate to the DNS settings.

Create a DNS entry

Create a DNS entry by following these steps:

1. Create a TXT record. After starting the record creation process, enter a name and value for the record.

2. For the name of the record, enter " _dmarc ".

Depending on your provider, the domain name will automatically be added to the name, resulting in "_dmarc.yourdomain.com ".

If the domain name is not automatically added at the end, you should then name the record "_dmarc.yourdomain.com " instead of just " _dmarc ".

3. Enter the value of your record. Here's an example value for DMARC:

  • v=DMARC1; p=none; rua=mailto:youraddress@yourdomain.com

For example:

If your email address is "example@example.com", you need to add the value "v=DMARC1; p=none; rua=mailto:example@example.com".

Notes:

1. Adding a DMARC record generates a daily report sent by email providers. These DMARC reports are sent to the email address you set to the value "rua" when adding the DMARC record.

To avoid flooding your main inbox, we recommend creating a dedicated email address specifically for these reports. All you need to do is set up the notification email on the "rua=mailto:example@example.com" part when adding the DMARC record.

2. DMARC reports are sent in raw form. To find out how to interpret them, please click here. If you need further help in understanding your DMARC reports, you can contact our support team from here.

3. Once you have created the DMARC record, you can verify that it has been added correctly by visiting the website "https://mxtoolbox.com/dmarc.aspx". Enter your domain name and click "DMARC Lookup". The website will display a list of your DNS records, including your DMARC record:

Notes:

  • Adding a DMARC record helps to ensure that all legitimate emails from your domain are authenticated correctly by receiving email servers.
  • You will receive DMARC reports to help you ensure that all legitimate emails are identified and pass authentication.
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