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Browse our articles organized by topic: public DNS resolvers, email authentication (SPF, DKIM, DMARC, BIMI), deliverability, AI integrations and more. Each tag groups guides and insights to help you dive deeper into a subject. (91)

DNS

33

Core DNS concepts, record types, and domain name system fundamentals.

Email

19

Email protocols, configuration, and best practices for reliable messaging.

Security

17

Email authentication, encryption, and threat prevention best practices.

DMARC

12

Domain-based Message Authentication implementation and policy configuration.

DKIM

11

DomainKeys Identified Mail setup, key rotation, and troubleshooting.

Deliverability

10

Strategies to improve email inbox placement and sender reputation.

DNS Resolver

9

Public DNS resolvers comparison, configuration, and performance analysis.

DoH

9

DNS over HTTPS configuration, privacy benefits, and browser support.

Privacy

9

Data protection, GDPR compliance, and privacy-focused DNS solutions.

DoT

8

DNS over TLS implementation, port 853 configuration, and security.

SMTP

8

SMTP protocol configuration, relay setup, and mail server basics.

API

7

REST APIs, webhooks, and programmatic DNS management.

Transactional

7

Transactional email best practices, triggers, and deliverability.

.brand

6

Everything about .brand TLDs: strategic benefits, case studies, and guide to obtaining your own brand extension.

Domain Name

6

Guides and tips on domain names: selection, registration, management, and brand protection strategies.

gTLD

6

Everything about gTLDs (generic Top-Level Domains): new extensions, ICANN application process, and adoption strategies.

ICANN

6

News and analysis about ICANN, the global organization that coordinates domain names and IP addresses on the Internet.

Authentication

5

Email sender authentication methods and identity verification.

Email Marketing

5

Email marketing campaigns, list management, and engagement strategies.

Gmail

5

Gmail-specific features, settings, and deliverability requirements.

MCP

5

Model Context Protocol integration for AI-powered DNS tools.

SPF

5

Sender Policy Framework records, include mechanisms, and lookup limits.

Architecture

4

System design, infrastructure patterns, and technical architecture.

DNS Performance

4

DNS latency optimization, caching strategies, and speed benchmarks.

Parental Control

4

DNS-based parental controls and content filtering for families.

Blacklist

3

Guides on email blacklists (DNSBL): IP verification, delisting procedures and listing prevention.

CaptainDNS

3

CaptainDNS platform features, tutorials, and usage guides.

Extension

3

Discover domain extensions (TLDs): comparisons, news, and tips for choosing the right extension.

AI

2

Artificial intelligence applications in email and DNS management.

BIMI

2

Brand Indicators for Message Identification setup and logo requirements.

ChatGPT

2

Using ChatGPT and OpenAI models for DNS and email assistance.

Cloudflare

2

Cloudflare DNS, security features, and performance optimization.

Google

2

Google services, Gmail integration, and Google Workspace configuration.

Google Workspace

2

Google Workspace email setup, DNS records, and admin configuration.

Microsoft

2

Microsoft 365 and Outlook email configuration and DNS setup.

Monitoring

2

DNS and email monitoring, alerting, and observability tools.

MTA-STS

2

MTA-STS guides and tutorials: secure email transport with mandatory TLS encryption.

Network

2

Network infrastructure, protocols, and connectivity fundamentals.

Network Security

2

Firewall configuration, DDoS protection, and network hardening.

Phishing

2

Phishing attack prevention, detection, and email security measures.

Sinch

2

Sinch Mailgun and communication platform integration.

1.1.1.1

1

Cloudflare's 1.1.1.1 DNS resolver configuration and features.

8.8.8.8

1

Google Public DNS 8.8.8.8 setup and performance characteristics.

9.9.9.9

1

Quad9 DNS 9.9.9.9 security features and malware blocking.

ActiveCampaign

1

Marketing automation, transactional email and ActiveCampaign integrations.

AdGuard

1

AdGuard DNS ad-blocking and privacy protection features.

AI Integrations

1

Connecting AI assistants with DNS and email authentication tools.

Alias

1

ALIAS and ANAME records for apex domain CNAME functionality.

Amazon SES

1

Amazon Simple Email Service configuration and deliverability optimization.

Apple Mail

1

Apple Mail configuration, privacy features, and iOS settings.

Apps SDK

1

Building applications with CaptainDNS SDK and API integrations.

ARC

1

Authenticated Received Chain for email forwarding authentication.

Auth0

1

Auth0 identity platform integration for email authentication.

AWS

1

Amazon Web Services for DNS hosting and email infrastructure.

Brevo

1

Brevo (formerly Sendinblue) email marketing and transactional setup.

CleanBrowsing

1

CleanBrowsing family-safe DNS filtering and content control.

CMC

1

Common Mark Certificates as an alternative to VMC for BIMI.

DigiCert

1

DigiCert certificates for BIMI, VMC, and email security.

Digital Identity

1

Online identity verification, brand protection, and trust signals.

DKIM2

1

Next generation DKIM specification and improvements.

DMARCbis

1

DMARC version 2 draft specifications and upcoming changes.

DNS4EU

1

European Union's DNS4EU initiative for digital sovereignty.

Domain Names

1

Domain registration, management, and DNS zone configuration.

DoQ

1

DNS over QUIC protocol, low latency benefits, and modern DNS encryption.

ECS

1

EDNS Client Subnet for improved DNS geolocation accuracy.

Fr

1

Explore articles and guides about Fr on CaptainDNS.

Geolocation

1

Geographic DNS routing and location-based content delivery.

IETF

1

Internet standards, RFCs, and protocol specifications.

IMAP

1

IMAP email access protocol and mailbox synchronization.

IP Addresses

1

IP address management, allocation, and network addressing concepts.

IPv4

1

IPv4 addressing, subnetting, and legacy network configuration.

IPv6

1

IPv6 adoption, dual-stack configuration, and migration strategies.

IPv6 Transition

1

Migrating from IPv4 to IPv6 with tunneling and translation techniques.

Mailchimp

1

Mailchimp setup and Mandrill transactional email service configuration.

Mailgun

1

Mailgun API for transactional email, DNS authentication, and deliverability.

Mailjet

1

Mailjet email service setup and transactional email configuration.

Mandrill

1

Mandrill (Mailchimp Transactional Email) setup and transactional email configuration.

NextDNS

1

NextDNS privacy-focused resolver with customizable filtering.

OAuth2

1

OAuth 2.0 authentication for email APIs and integrations.

POP3

1

POP3 email retrieval protocol and client configuration.

Postmark

1

Postmark API integration, DNS configuration, and transactional email deliverability.

Product

1

CaptainDNS product updates, features, and announcements.

Public DNS

1

Free public DNS services, their features, and privacy policies.

Quad9

1

Quad9 DNS service with built-in security and threat blocking.

SendGrid

1

SendGrid email API integration, authentication, and deliverability.

Strategy

1

All articles on DNS strategy, TLD selection, planning, and technical decisions.

Surfshark

1

Surfshark VPN and DNS privacy protection services.

Twilio

1

Twilio communication APIs for email and messaging integration.

VMC

1

Verified Mark Certificates for BIMI logo authentication.

Yahoo

1

Yahoo Mail deliverability requirements and authentication setup.

Yahoo Mail

1

Yahoo Mail specific settings and email delivery requirements.