Hostgator DNS Setup for ImprovMX

Quickly and easily setup Hostgator DNS settings for ImprovMX.

1. View and copy your MX & SPF records

Where to find your MX & SPF records in the ImprovMX dashboard : Viewing MX & SPF records

You will be required to copy them into HostGator.

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2. Add MX records

In HostGator, select Domains. Choose your Domain, scroll to and select Advanced Tools.

In Advanced Tools, select Manage then continue to Domain details.

In Domain details, select Add record.

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Add record fields details as follows:

  • Type - MX
  • Refers to - @
  • Mail Server - mx1.improvmx.com
  • Priority - 10
  • TTL - 4 Hour

Click Add

Repeat for second MX record but:

  • Mail Server - mx2.improvmx.com
  • Priority - 20

3. Add SPF Record

In the ImprovMX dashboard, find the SPF Records section and copy Recommended Value.

In Hostgator, click Add Record.

Fill in the record fields as follows:

  • Type - TXT
  • Refers to -@
  • TXT value - v=spf1 include:spf.improvmx.com ~all (or your recommended value)
  • TTL - 4 Hour

Click Add

4. Verification

That's it! DNS changes can take up to 24-48 hours to propagate, but usually happen sooner. We'll notify you once detected. You can also click 'Check Again' on the ImprovMX dashboard to see if it's updated.

Domain will display "Email forwarding active" once DNS changes have propagated.

Still have questions? Feel free to reach out to our support team

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