A typical zone file includes several types of DNS records, each serving a specific purpose. These zone files are found in your domains Authoritative DNS server. Here we’ll provide record types that help enhance your emails security.
Zone File Record Types
Here are some common types of DNS records that help enhance your domains email security:
| SPF | Sender Policy Framework | Specifies authorized mail servers for sending emails on behalf of the domain. |
| DKIM | DomainKeys Identified Mail | Adds a digital signature to emails to verify their authenticity. |
| DMARC | Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance | Specifies how email receivers should handle messages that fail SPF or DKIM authentication. |
These DNS record types play a crucial role in establishing and enhancing the security of email communication, helping to prevent unauthorized sending of emails, ensuring the integrity of email content, and providing mechanisms for reporting and enforcement.