Adding your first domain
Learn how to add your domain to DMARC/eye and start collecting authentication data in just a few clicks.
Once your account is active, the first step is to connect your domain so DMARC/eye can begin collecting and analyzing DMARC reports.
The process is fast and only needs simple access to your domain’s DNS settings.
Step-by-step: How to add a domain
- Go to your “Domains”
- Click the “New Domain” button
- Enter your domain name (e.g., yourcompany.com)
- Follow the guided instructions for DNS setup
- You’ll receive custom DNS records to copy
- These include DMARC, and optionally SPF and DKIM if needed
- Add those records to your domain’s DNS via your provider (e.g., Cloudflare, GoDaddy, etc.)
Setting up the DMARC record
- Log in to your DNS provider (e.g., Cloudflare, GoDaddy, Namecheap, etc.)
- Create a new DNS record with these parameters:
- Type: TXT
- Host/Name: _dmarc
- Value: (copy the code provided in your DMARC/eye dashboard)
Important: DMARC must always be configured as a TXT record.
Avoid using a CNAME — it is invalid and will cause errors, as indicated in the warning on your screenshot.
Example record from your dashboard
v=DMARC1; p=none; rua=mailto:nwyg5cle@rua.dmarceye.com; fo=1; ri=86400;
- The above string should go into the Value field of the _dmarc TXT record.
- You can copy it directly from the setup section in the app.
When will I start seeing data?
- Data usually starts coming in within 24 to 48 hours, depending on mail traffic and DNS propagation
- You’ll begin to see authentication reports and insights in the Dashboard section
Important notes
- Each domain you add uses one domain slot
- Even if a domain is misconfigured or doesn’t send email, it still counts as billable once added
- You can replace or remove domains later — see Adding or removing domains
Tip: You can add subdomains too, but only if they have their own DMARC record in DNS — otherwise, they’re included under the root domain’s policy.
What if my domain shows “Not Activated”?
If your domain still shows a red dot or “Invalid DNS Record Type”:
- Double-check that the record is of type TXT (not CNAME)
- Make sure there are no typos in _dmarc or the value string
- Use the “Copy to clipboard” button to avoid formatting issues
What’s next?
Once your domain is activated:
- You’ll start seeing DMARC data in your dashboard within 24–48h
- You can then explore authentication results, failures, and AI recommendations