How To Configure DNS With Namecheap

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When setting up Maileroo, one of the most important steps is configuring your DNS records correctly. This ensures that your emails are delivered reliably, are trusted by receiving servers, and avoid landing in spam.

If your domain is registered with Namecheap, you’ll need to add the required DNS records to your domain’s DNS settings. While the video tutorial will walk you through the exact process step by step, this document will cover the why and what to expect when making these changes.

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Why Do I Need to Configure DNS for Maileroo?

Proper DNS configuration establishes your domain’s identity and reputation when sending emails. Without it, your emails may be flagged as suspicious or outright rejected by recipient mail servers. Setting up your DNS allows you to:

  1. Authenticate Your Domain
    • DNS records like SPF, DKIM, and DMARC verify that Maileroo is authorized to send email on behalf of your domain. This helps protect your domain from spoofing and phishing attacks.
  2. Improve Deliverability
    • Correct DNS records reduce the chance of your emails ending up in spam or junk folders. They give receiving servers confidence that your messages are legitimate.
  3. Establish Brand Trust
    • When your domain is authenticated, you build credibility with your recipients. Over time, this improves engagement and keeps your domain’s reputation healthy.
  4. Enable Tracking & Reporting
    • Some DNS records help Maileroo provide analytics, link tracking, and performance monitoring for your campaigns.

What Happens If DNS Isn’t Configured?

  • Emails may be rejected or blocked by major providers like Gmail, Outlook, and Yahoo.
  • Your domain reputation could be damaged, making future email delivery harder.
  • Recipients may see “via Maileroo” or other warnings instead of a clean “from yourdomain.com.”
  • You miss out on advanced features like link tracking, bounce handling, and reporting.

How Long Does It Take for DNS to Update?

Once you add or update records in Namecheap, DNS propagation can take anywhere from a few minutes up to 24–48 hours. During this time, some recipients may see the changes while others may not. Maileroo will automatically detect and verify the DNS changes once propagation is complete.

What You’ll Be Configuring

When setting up Maileroo with Namecheap, you’ll typically add the following DNS records:

  • SPF Record – Authorizes Maileroo servers to send on your behalf.
  • DKIM Record – Adds a cryptographic signature that proves authenticity of your emails.
  • DMARC Record – Provides instructions to receiving servers on how to handle unauthenticated mail.
  • Tracking/Custom Records (Optional) – For link tracking, bounce handling, or branded domains.
Tip: Always double-check that you don’t already have conflicting records (e.g., duplicate SPF entries).