Resources

Guides, tutorials, and tips for MX records and mail server configuration.

Guides

How to Add MX Records: Step-by-Step Guides for Every DNS Host

Step-by-step guides for adding MX records at every major DNS provider and domain registrar. Covers Cloudflare, GoDaddy, Namecheap, and 15+ more hosts.

The Complete Guide to MX Records: Everything You Need to Know

The definitive guide to MX records. Learn how they work, configure them for any email provider, and troubleshoot delivery issues.

MX Records by Email Provider: Setup Guides and Record Values

Find the correct MX records for every major email provider. Quick-reference table and setup guides for Google, Microsoft 365, Zoho, and more.

All Setup Guides DNS Management Fundamentals

How to Add MX Records in Bluehost - Step-by-Step Guide

Step-by-step guide to adding and managing MX records in Bluehost's cPanel DNS Zone Editor for Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, and other email providers.

How to Add MX Records in Cloudflare - Step-by-Step Guide

Complete guide to adding and managing MX records in Cloudflare DNS for Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, and other email providers.

How to Add MX Records in GoDaddy - Step-by-Step Guide

Complete guide to adding, editing, and managing MX records in GoDaddy's DNS management interface for Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, and other email providers.

How to Add MX Records in Namecheap - Step-by-Step Guide

Complete guide to adding and managing MX records in Namecheap for Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, and other email providers.

How to Add MX Records in Squarespace (Google Domains) - Step-by-Step Guide

Step-by-step guide to adding MX records in Squarespace Domains, formerly Google Domains, for Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, and other email providers.

Not Receiving Emails? How to Diagnose and Fix Email Delivery Issues

Step-by-step guide to diagnosing why you're not receiving emails across Gmail, Outlook, and Yahoo. Start with MX records and work through every possible cause.

Fastmail MX Records: Complete Setup Guide

The correct Fastmail MX records for custom domains. Includes priority settings, step-by-step DNS configuration, and verification steps.

Google MX Records: Complete Setup Guide for Google Workspace

The correct Google Workspace MX records, priority settings, and step-by-step instructions for configuring Gmail for your custom domain.

How to Check MX Records: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to check MX records for any domain using our free lookup tool. Understand the results and troubleshoot common mail server issues.

iCloud Mail Custom Domain MX Records: Complete Setup Guide

How to set up iCloud Mail with a custom domain. Includes the exact MX record values for iCloud, SPF records, and step-by-step setup instructions.

Microsoft 365 MX Records: Complete Setup Guide

The correct Microsoft 365 MX records and how to find your tenant-specific hostname. Includes step-by-step DNS setup and verification.

Can You Have Multiple MX Records? Understanding Mail Server Redundancy

Learn why domains use multiple MX records, how priorities work, and best practices for mail server redundancy and failover.

MX Record Not Found: What It Means and How to Fix It

What to do when a domain has no MX records. Understand the causes, the impact on email delivery, and how to fix missing MX records at your registrar.

MX Record Priority Explained: How Mail Server Preference Works

Learn what MX record priority numbers mean, how mail servers use them for failover, and how to configure primary and backup mail servers correctly.

How Long Do MX Records Take to Propagate? DNS Timing Explained

Understand MX record propagation times, why changes don't take effect immediately, and how to speed up the process during email migrations.

Changing Email Providers: How to Update MX Records With Zero Downtime

Step-by-step guide to updating MX records when switching email providers, with tips to avoid downtime and lost email during migration.

MX Records Explained: Priority, Structure, and Best Practices

A deep dive into MX record structure, priority values, TTL settings, and how mail exchanger records compare to other DNS record types.

MX Records vs A Records: What's the Difference for Email?

Learn the difference between MX records and A records, why email needs both, and how to check your configuration is correct.

ProtonMail MX Records: Complete Setup Guide

The correct ProtonMail MX records for custom domains. Includes priority settings, DNS setup steps, and configuration for Proton Mail Business.

What is an MX Record? A Simple Guide to Mail Exchanger Records

Learn what MX records are, how they direct email to your mail servers, and why they're essential for receiving email at your domain.

What is an MX Server? Understanding Mail Servers and MX Records

Learn the difference between MX servers and MX records, how mail servers process incoming email, and common MX server configurations.

Who is My Email Provider? How to Identify Your Email Service from MX Records

Learn how to identify your email provider by checking MX records. Recognize common patterns for Google, Microsoft, and other email services.

Zoho Mail MX Records: Complete Setup Guide

The correct Zoho Mail MX records for all regions including US, EU, and India. Includes priority settings and step-by-step DNS setup.