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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.

DNS

27

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

Email

14

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

Security

13

Email authentication, encryption, and threat prevention best practices.

DMARC

10

Domain-based Message Authentication implementation and policy configuration.

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.

DKIM

8

DomainKeys Identified Mail setup, key rotation, and troubleshooting.

DoT

8

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

Deliverability

6

Strategies to improve email inbox placement and sender reputation.

Gmail

5

Gmail-specific features, settings, and deliverability requirements.

MCP

5

Model Context Protocol integration for AI-powered DNS tools.

API

4

REST APIs, webhooks, and programmatic DNS management.

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.

SMTP

4

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

Transactional

4

Transactional email best practices, triggers, and deliverability.

Authentication

3

Email sender authentication methods and identity verification.

CaptainDNS

3

CaptainDNS platform features, tutorials, and usage guides.

Email Marketing

3

Email marketing campaigns, list management, and engagement strategies.

SPF

3

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

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.

Google

2

Google services, Gmail integration, and Google Workspace configuration.

Monitoring

2

DNS and email monitoring, alerting, and observability tools.

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.

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.

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.

Cloudflare

1

Cloudflare DNS, security features, and performance optimization.

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.

Google Workspace

1

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

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.

Mailjet

1

Mailjet email service setup and transactional email configuration.

Microsoft

1

Microsoft 365 and Outlook email configuration and DNS setup.

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.

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.

Sinch

1

Sinch Mailgun and communication platform integration.

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.