That is why DMARC, SPF and DKIM are more important than ever
The requirements for secure email have become stricter and now apply to both large and small businesses. Several of the world’s largest email providers, including Google, require senders to use DMARC, SPF and DKIM to ensure that emails are genuine and come from the correct sender.
If these security settings are missing or incorrectly configured, there is an increased risk that emails will not be delivered, will end up in the spam folder, or will be exploited in fraud attempts where someone sends emails in the company’s name.
What are DMARC, SPF and DKIM?
DMARC, SPF and DKIM are email authentication standards that help receiving email servers verify that an email really does come from the domain specified as the sender.
Together, they protect the company’s domain against spoofing, phishing and other types of email fraud, whilst increasing the likelihood that legitimate emails will be delivered to the recipient’s inbox.
What happens if the company does not have these settings?
Incorrectly configured or missing email authentication can result in important emails failing to reach their destination. At the same time, it increases the risk of someone sending fraudulent emails in the company’s name, which can damage both the brand and customer trust.
Furthermore, correct configuration is becoming increasingly important for companies that work with Microsoft 365, are covered by NIS2, comply with GDPR or are subject to requirements under their cyber insurance policy.
Rely IT helps you secure your company’s email
Configuring DMARC, SPF and DKIM requires the right technical expertise and should be monitored on an ongoing basis to ensure that email functions as it should. Rely IT helps businesses analyse their current configuration, implement the correct security settings and monitor their email environment to minimise risks and ensure safe and secure email management.
Would you like to check whether your company’s email meets current security requirements? Contact Rely IT and we’ll help you configure DMARC, SPF and DKIM correctly.
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