Hostname returned invalid syntax for SPF record. We detected a problem with the syntax of your SPF record. This may cause email delivery issues to your message recipients.
A syntax error is the result of having one of more misconfigured mechanisms that do not meet guidelines in RFC 7208. This error will cause your SPF record to be read incorrectly and block legitimate email.
Common SPF syntax errors are:
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Mechanisms that perform DNS lookups (mx, a, ptr, exists, redirect, include) contain text rather than domains or hostnames
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Mechanisms contain a numerical value, when they require a domain or hostname
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Format of IP addresses for ip4 and ip6 mechanisms is incorrect
Full list of SPF Mechanisms and examples
A hidden syntax error can make it very difficult to know why messages are being blocked, as SPF is used by all mail servers to autheticate the sender and the resulting block error may not specify that it is an SPF Record Syntax issue that is causing the problem.
Your Email Deliverability is in Jeopardy!
Blacklisting is a sign that you are not actively managing your email deliverability. Other technologies - SPF, DKIM and DMARC are now just as important to get your email placed in the Inbox of your recipients. If you aren’t managing email deliverability, your message may never be heard.
MxToolbox Delivery Center Features:
- Insight into your SPF, DKIM and DMARC configuration to ensure your sending email properly
- DMARC Compliance checks for all of your reported email
- Adaptive Blacklist Monitoring of all your email senders
- Recommendations for improving DMARC compliance and DMARC policies
- Event-based reminders for emergent issues and on-going maintenance
DMARC is a necessity for your business!
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