Setting up and configuring DKIM is a pivotal factor that influences your email deliverability.
You'll find why that's the case, plus how-to tutorials it enable DKIM and verify DKIM settings.
DKIM signature (DomainKeys Identified Mail) is an email authentication method that assists in detecting forged sender email addresses.
It helps senders associate a domain name with an email message, vouching for its authenticity in the process.
In simple terms, a DKIM key configures an encrypted signature to the header of all your outgoing messages, which email servers later decrypt, thus verifying the message was not changed after it was sent.
→ It's your digital signature that fights email spoofing, frankly said.
We've organized all tutorials into two groups: Google and Microsoft Office. No matter which email service provider you use, you'll find how-to guides to help you out.
1. How Configure DKIM for Gmail
2. Configure DKIM for Microsoft Office
Google is a straightforward choice for many.
Luckily for all, Google DKIM setup is a breeze if you have the right tutorial to follow.
We've prepared a few for you, depending on your domain provider.
To set up Google Workspace DKIM record, you need to get a unique record from Google, and to do that we need to go to Apps -> Google Workspace -> Gmail -> Authenticate email:
Now click "Generate new record" and copy the hostname and TXT record value:
Now you need to:
To set up a DKIM record, you need to get a unique record from Google, and to do that we need to go to Apps -> Google Workspace -> Settings for Gmail -> Authenticate email:
Now click "Generate new record" and copy the hostname and TXT record value:
Now come back to Google Workspace and click "Start authentication":
To set up a DKIM record, you need to get a unique record from Google, and to do that we need to go to Apps -> Google workspace -> Settings for Gmail -> Authenticate email:
Now click "Generate new record" and copy the hostname and TXT record value:
Now come back to Google Workspace and click "Start authentication":
To set up a DKIM record, you need to get a unique record from Google, and to do that we need to go to Apps -> Google Workspace -> Settings for Gmail -> Authenticate email:
Now click "Generate new record" and copy the hostname and TXT record value:
Now come back to Google Workspace and click "Start authentication":
Microsoft Office is your preferred choice? We got you.
DKIM setup, depending on your domain provider, is a bit different than when you're using Google.
Let's crack on.
In order to set up a DKIM record, you need to get a unique record from Exchange, and to do that we need to go to Home -> Policy -> DKIM
Select the domain for which you want to enable DKIM and then, for Sign messages for this domain with DKIM signatures, choose Enable. Repeat this step for each custom domain.
To set up a DKIM record, you need to get a unique record from Exchange, and to do that we need to go to Home -> Policy -> DKIM
Select the domain for which you want to enable DKIM and then, for Sign messages for this domain with DKIM signatures, choose Enable. Repeat this step for each custom domain.
To set up a DKIM record, you need to get a unique record from Exchange, and to do that we need to go to Home -> Policy -> DKIM
Select the domain for which you want to enable DKIM and then, for Sign messages for this domain with DKIM signatures, choose Enable. Repeat this step for each custom domain.
To set up a DKIM record, you need to get a unique record from Exchange, and to do that we need to go to Home -> Policy -> DKIM
Select the domain for which you want to enable DKIM and then, for Sign messages for this domain with DKIM signatures, choose Enable. Repeat this step for each custom domain.
Email spoofing is a common tactic used to deceive recipients into believing that an email comes from a legitimate source when it's a fraudulent attempt to steal sensitive information.DKIM helps in the fight against email spoofing, working alongside SPF and DMARC to enhance email deliverability and security.
DKIM adds a digital signature to outgoing emails.This signature is verified by the recipient's email server, ensuring that the claimed domain has indeed sent the email.
This is another layer of authenticity to emails, making it difficult to forge the sender's identity.
While DKIM is a potent tool, combining it with other authentication protocols further strengthens email security:
By implementing DKIM alongside SPF, DMARC, and BIMI, organizations can significantly reduce the risk of email spoofing attacks. Boost email deliverability, and provide recipients with a safer email experience.
Yes, you can send emails without DKIM. It helps prevent email spoofing, phishing, and impersonation by verifying that the email was sent by the domain owner and not someone else.Without DKIM, messages sent from your domain are more likely to be marked as spam.This can damage your domain reputation, trustworthiness, and deliverability.
The DKIM signature is in the email header that contains the encrypted hash of the message content and the domain name of the sender.It’s generated by using a private key that is kept secret by the sender, and a public key that is published in the DNS records of the sender’s domain.
To check your DKIM and SPF records, you can use various online tools or services that can help you test and validate your records.For example, you can use EasyDMARC, mail-tester.com, or Liquid Web to check your SPF and DKIM records.
☝️ Once you enable DKIM, the job isn't done. We have to set up SPF and MX records next.