We use Mailchimp's Mandrill App to handle sending emails. Below are the instructions on how to verify the URL so that we can send emails on your behalf. Your IT team should be very familiar with this. Once this is done, we can switch everything over
Step 1: Enable DKIM
DKIM (DomainKeys Identified Mail) is an email authentication mechanism that allows Mandrill to send emails on your behalf while enabling receivers to verify your permission to do so.
Create Two CNAME Records in your DNS settings:
•Record 1:
•Name: mte1._domainkey.yourdomain.com
•Value: dkim1.mandrillapp.com
•Record 2:
•Name: mte2._domainkey.yourdomain.com
•Value: dkim2.mandrillapp.com
Step 2: Enable DMARC
DMARC (Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance) is an additional authentication protocol that helps protect against fraud and increases email deliverability. Starting in 2024, Mandrill requires a minimum DMARC policy of v=DMARC1; p=none for any sending domain.
Create a TXT Record in your DNS settings:
•Host: _dmarc.yourdomain.com
•Value: v=DMARC1; p=none;
Click Test DNS Settings in Mandrill to ensure the changes are visible.
📌 Note: Some domain hosts automatically append yourdomain.com to the DNS record’s host field. If you’re unsure, contact your domain provider for guidance. For more advanced DMARC configurations, visit dmarc.org.
Step 3: Verify Your Domain
To complete the setup, verify your domain by adding a TXT record or email verification.
TXT Record Verification:
Add a TXT record to your domain’s DNS records with the value we’ll provide. The record will look like this:
mandrill_verify.Gf7aAQis9N2Jos1cq1H4Gg
Email Verification (Alternative):
Provide an email address, and Mandrill will send a verification link.
By completing these steps, you’ll enable secure email delivery and improve the reliability of messages sent through your domain. If you encounter issues, reach out to your domain provider or consult the Mandrill documentation for further assistance.