Namecheap DNS Setup for ImprovMX

Quickly and easily set up your domain's DNS records in Namecheap for ImprovMX email forwarding.

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 Namecheap.

2. Add MX records

In Namecheap, select Domain List then select Manage next to your domain name.

Select Advanced DNS tab.

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Scroll to Mail Settings, select Custom MX then select Add new record.

Add record fields details as follows:

  • Type - MX record
  • Host - @
  • Value - mx1.improvmx.com
  • Priority - 10
  • TTL - Automatic

Click ✓

Repeat when adding second MX record but:

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

Click ✓

3. Add SPF Record

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

In Namecheap, scroll up to Host records then select Add new record.

Fill in the record fields as follows:

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

Click ✓

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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