How do I validate my SPF setup in Marketo?

Email marketer from MailerCheck Blog advises to send test emails to different email providers (Gmail, Yahoo, etc.) after setting up SPF in Marketo. Then, examine the email headers to see if SPF passed. You can typically view email headers by checking 'show original' or 'view source' options in your email client.

Email marketer from StackOverflow user TechGuru shares the advice of using `dig` command-line tool (if on Linux/macOS) to query the DNS records directly. By running `dig txt yourdomain.com`, you can view the SPF record and confirm its syntax and content. Ensure the record includes all sending sources used by Marketo.

Email marketer from Twitter user @EmailSecurityPro tweets that common SPF issues include having multiple SPF records, incorrect syntax, and failing to include all third-party senders. Always use an SPF checker to ensure everything is configured correctly.

Email marketer from Gmass advises to always publish your SPF record as a TXT record in your domain's DNS settings and not as an SPF record (which is obsolete). Ensure that your hosting provider supports TXT records and that they are properly configured.

Email marketer from EmailOnAcid explains that properly validating SPF is crucial for ensuring email deliverability and preventing spoofing. Incorrect or missing SPF records can lead to emails being marked as spam. Regular checks are recommended, especially after making changes to your sending infrastructure.

Email marketer from LinkedIn group suggests that after publishing your SPF record, allow up to 48 hours for the DNS changes to propagate fully before testing. Use tools like Google Admin Toolbox Dig to confirm the updated record is visible globally.

Email marketer from Reddit user r/emailmarketing suggests using online SPF record checker tools like MXToolbox or DMARC Analyzer after setting up your SPF record in Marketo. These tools can quickly verify if your SPF record is valid and includes all necessary IPs for your email sending domains.

Email marketer from EmailGeek Forum recommends checking for common errors like exceeding the 10 DNS lookup limit in your SPF record, which can cause SPF failures. To avoid this, try to consolidate your includes or use mechanisms like `ip4` and `ip6` where possible to explicitly list IPs.

Expert from Word to the Wise recommends using tools like his own DNS record viewer or similar online resources to check the validity and content of your SPF records. He emphasizes the importance of ensuring the record includes all legitimate sending sources and doesn't exceed the DNS lookup limit.

Expert from Email Geeks confirms that the test email is set up perfectly and to ignore any comments from Marketo, clarifying that the email setup is correct.

Expert from Email Geeks explains that the SPF setup is valid and aligned with the From header, emphasizing that it doesn't get better than that. Furthermore stating that for SPF it’s using envelope.eversource.com in the return path. That’s valid for the IP address it’s being sent from which includes the marketo customer SPF record.

Experts from Email Geeks re-iterates that the return path is envelope.eversource.com, which is including Marketo and nothing else. Steve adds that SPF is keyed off the _return path_ of the email and not the domain in the From: header.

Expert from Spamresource explains that the SPF record should start with `v=spf1` and end with a qualifier like `-all`, `~all`, or `?all`. The mechanisms within the record define which servers are authorized to send mail. Check your record by nslookup or similar dns record viewer.

Documentation from Adobe Marketo Documentation explains that to validate your SPF record in Marketo, you should ensure your SPF record includes Marketo's sending IPs, which you can obtain from Marketo support. After updating your DNS record, use a DNS lookup tool to confirm the SPF record is published correctly.

Documentation from dmarcian explains that validating SPF involves checking the syntax of the SPF record, ensuring it doesn't exceed the 10 DNS lookup limit, and verifying that all authorized sending sources (including Marketo's IPs) are correctly included. They also advise using their SPF Surveyor tool for comprehensive analysis.

Documentation from Mailjet explains that you can use online tools such as MXToolbox or SPF Record Check to check if your SPF record is valid and correctly configured. These tools allow you to enter your domain and then provide information on the record and any potential errors.

Documentation from Microsoft explains that SPF records must start with `v=spf1` and should include mechanisms like `include`, `a`, `mx`, `ip4`, and `ip6` to specify authorized sending sources. The record should end with a qualifier such as `-all` (hard fail), `~all` (soft fail), or `+all` (allow all, not recommended).

Documentation from RFC specification explains that any SPF DNS queries MUST NOT cause more than 10 DNS lookups. This is important to validating an SPF configuration is correct.

Documentation from EasyDMARC explains that after setting up SPF, it's crucial to test it to ensure it's working correctly. They advise using their own SPF record lookup tool to check for syntax errors, multiple SPF records (which is invalid), and ensure all sending sources are included.