SPF Record Checker

Check and analyze SPF (Sender Policy Framework) records for any domain. This tool validates SPF syntax, counts DNS lookups, and explains each mechanism.

What this tool checks:

  • SPF Record Validation - Verifies that the SPF record syntax is correct and follows RFC standards
  • DNS Lookup Count - SPF has a limit of 10 DNS lookups. This tool counts all lookups including those in included records to ensure you stay within the limit
  • Mechanism Explanation - Breaks down each SPF mechanism (include, ip4, ip6, a, mx, etc.) and explains what it does
  • Include Tree Resolution - Recursively resolves all include: and redirect= directives to show the complete SPF policy chain
  • Security Warnings - Identifies potential security issues like +all (allows anyone to send), deprecated mechanisms, or multiple SPF records

Why SPF matters:

SPF helps prevent email spoofing by specifying which mail servers are authorized to send email for your domain. A properly configured SPF record improves email deliverability and protects your domain reputation.

Common issues:

  • Multiple SPF records - causes SPF to fail
  • Exceeding 10 DNS lookup limit - causes SPF to fail
  • Using +all - allows anyone to send email (major security risk)
  • Missing SPF record - makes domain vulnerable to spoofing

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