SPF Lookup & Validation Tool
Quickly find and fix issues with your SPF records to improve email deliverability.
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FAQs About SPF Records
- What is an SPF record?
- An SPF (Sender Policy Framework) record is a DNS TXT entry that lists which mail servers are permitted to send email for your domain, helping prevent spoofing.
- Why is an SPF record important?
- SPF reduces unauthorized use of your domain and can improve deliverability by signaling legitimate outbound hosts to receivers.
- How can I check my SPF record?
- Enter your domain in this tool to retrieve and analyze your SPF record, including mechanisms, qualifiers, and potential issues.
- What should an SPF record look like?
- A common example is: v=spf1 include:_spf.google.com ~all. Adjust mechanisms to reflect your senders and choose ~all or -all based on your enforcement posture.