If you’re looking to enhance the security and authenticity of your email communications, setting up a DomainKeys Identified Mail (DKIM) record is a crucial step. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the process of adding a DKIM record for a domain in your Namecheap account.
DKIM is a method used to validate the authenticity of email messages. By adding a DKIM record to your domain’s DNS settings, you can digitally sign your outgoing emails, allowing the recipient’s email server to verify that the message was sent from an authorized sender and has not been tampered with during transit.
Before we dive into the steps of adding a DKIM record in your Namecheap account, it’s important to note that you’ll need access to your domain’s DNS settings. If your domain is registered with Namecheap, you can easily manage your DNS settings through their user-friendly control panel.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you add a DKIM record for your domain in your Namecheap account:
Step 1: Log in to Your Namecheap Account
Start by logging in to your Namecheap account using your credentials. Once logged in, navigate to the “Domain List” section, where you’ll find a list of domains associated with your account.
Step 2: Select the Domain
Choose the domain for which you want to add a DKIM record from the list of domains in your account. Click on the domain name to access its management page.
Step 3: Access DNS Settings
On the domain management page, look for the “Advanced DNS” or “DNS” tab. Click on this tab to access the DNS settings for your domain.
Step 4: Add a DKIM Record
To add a DKIM record, you’ll need to create a new TXT record in your domain’s DNS settings. Look for the option to add a new record and select “TXT” as the record type.
Step 5: Enter DKIM Details
In the “Host” or “Name” field, enter the selector provided by your email service provider. This selector is typically a combination of letters and numbers that helps identify the DKIM record for your domain. In the “Value” or “Text” field, paste the DKIM key provided by your email service provider.
Step 6: Save the Changes
Once you’ve entered the DKIM details, save the changes to update your domain’s DNS settings. It may take some time for the changes to propagate across the
