MX (Mail Exchange)
Can MX records point to an IP address or only to a domain name?
October 3, 2023
MX records, or Mail Exchange records, are specifically designed to point to a domain name and not directly to an IP address. The purpose is... continue reading
If I’m switching back to cPanel email service, which email routing setting should I use?
October 3, 2023
When reverting to the cPanel email service, you should set the email routing option to “Local Mail Exchanger” within cPanel. This ensures that the server... continue reading
What setting do I have to change in cPanel if my MX records point elsewhere?
October 3, 2023
If your MX records point elsewhere, ensure that in cPanel, under ‘Email Routing’, you select ‘Remote Mail Exchanger’. This tells cPanel that your email is... continue reading
How do I check if my MX records are set up correctly?
October 3, 2023
You can use online tools like dnschecker.org or dnswatch.info to verify your MX records. Enter your domain, select MX, and the site will display your... continue reading
What are the default MX records for Google Workspace Gmail service?
October 3, 2023
For Google Workspace Gmail, you can use either the traditional 5 MX records or the new single MX record that rolled out after April 2023:... continue reading
What are the default MX records for Microsoft 365?
October 3, 2023
Microsoft 365 MX records typically follow the format: However, always refer to Microsoft’s official documentation or your admin portal for the exact value. Good to... continue reading
What are the MX records for SpamExperts service?
October 3, 2023
To configure SpamExperts in cPanel, you’ll need to update your domain’s MX records to point to SpamExperts’ servers. Here are the MX records for SpamExperts... continue reading
What is the default MX record for a cPanel hosted domain?
October 3, 2023
The default MX record for a cPanel hosted domain has a priority of ‘0’ (zero) and points directly to the domain. As an example: 0... continue reading
How long does it take for an MX record change to take effect?
October 3, 2023
When you update an MX record, the change might not be instant due to DNS propagation. It can take anywhere from a few minutes to... continue reading
How do I set up MX records in cPanel?
October 3, 2023
In cPanel, navigate to the ‘Zone Editor’, then select ‘Manage’ next to your domain. Here, you can add or edit MX records. Ensure you set... continue reading
How do MX record priorities work?
October 3, 2023
MX record priority determines the order in which mail servers are used when sending email to your domain. A lower number indicates higher priority. If... continue reading
What are MX records and why are they important?
October 3, 2023
MX (Mail Exchange) records are a type of DNS record that specifies the mail server responsible for receiving email for a domain. They are essential... continue reading