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How To Configure DMARC In 123-Reg

November 21, 2024  |  2 min read
DMARC record configuration for 123-Reg

The following steps will guide you through adding a Skysnag DMARC CNAME record using 123-Reg as your DNS provider. This integration will help automate your DMARC management and ensure email security.

Note: To successfully apply the instructions below, you must have a Skysnag account. If you haven’t created one yet, click here to do so.

Step 1: Log in to Your 123-Reg Account

  1. Visit the 123-Reg website.
  2. Log in with your account credentials.
  3. Once logged in, go to the Control Panel and select the domain you wish to manage from the Domains section.

Step 2: Access the DNS Management Section

  1. After selecting your domain, scroll down to the Advanced Domain Settings.
  2. Click on the Manage DNS option under the Domain Name System (DNS) heading.
  3. This will take you to the DNS management page where you can add, modify, or delete DNS records for your domain.

Step 3: Add the CNAME Record for DMARC

  • On the DNS management page, locate the Add Record option.
  • In the record details, fill in the following fields:
    • Type: Select CNAME from the dropdown list.
    • Name/Host: Enter _dmarc (this is specific for DMARC records).
    • Target/Value: Enter {your-domain-name}.protect._d.skysnag.com. Replace {your-domain-name} with your actual domain name, e.g., example.com.protect._d.skysnag.com.
    • TTL: You can leave this as the default or set it to Auto for automatic propagation.
  • Click Save to apply the changes.

Step 4: Wait for DNS Propagation

  1. Once you’ve added the CNAME record, allow time for DNS propagation. This can take a few minutes up to 24 hours.

Step 5: Verify the Skysnag CNAME Record

  1. Log in to your Skysnag dashboard.
  2. Navigate to the domain settings and select the domain where you added the CNAME record.
  3. Click the Verify button to confirm that the Skysnag DMARC CNAME record has been set up correctly.
  4. Once verified, Skysnag will begin managing your DMARC policies and email reporting.

Troubleshooting Tips

  • Propagation Delay: If the CNAME record doesn’t seem to be propagating, double-check the values you entered and wait up to 24 hours for DNS propagation to complete.
  • Existing DMARC TXT Record: If you already have a DMARC TXT record in place, you may need to remove or update it to avoid conflicts with the new Skysnag CNAME record.
  • Help from 123-Reg: If you’re having trouble managing DNS records, 123-Reg offers support and guidance on DNS configuration via their support center.

By following these instructions, you’ve successfully integrated Skysnag DMARC into your 123-Reg DNS. Skysnag will now automatically manage your DMARC policies and provide real-time reporting, helping improve your domain’s email security.

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