Name.com DNS Setup 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 Name.com.

2. Add MX records

In Name.com, navigate to the My Domains page. Locate your domain and click on it.

From the Domain Actions menu on the left, select "Manage DNS records".

Fill in the Domain Record fields as follows:

  • Type - MX
  • Host - @
  • Answer - mx1.improvmx.com
  • Priority - 10

Click "Add Record". Repeat for the second MX record but:

  • Answer - mx2.improvmx.com
  • Priority - 20

Click "Add Record".

3. Add SPF Record

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

In Name.com, fill in the record fields as follows:

  • Type - TXT
  • Host - @
  • Answer - v=spf1 include:spf.improvmx.com ~all (or your recommended value)

Click "Add Record".

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!