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Cloudflare DNS Setup Guide
Follow this step-by-step guide to configure your DNS records on Cloudflare for use with Kachaw.
Goal
Add MX records for mx1.kachaw.com and mx2.kachaw.com and create an SPF TXT record.
Step 1: Log in to Your Cloudflare Account
- Go to Cloudflare's login page.
- Enter your email and password.
- Select the domain you want to modify from the dashboard.
Note: You should see a list of domains in your Cloudflare dashboard.
Step 2: Navigate to the DNS Settings
- In the left sidebar, click "DNS" (the icon looks like a clipboard).
- You'll see a list of existing DNS records.
Note: This will show your current A, CNAME, and MX records.
Step 3: Add MX Records
First MX Record:
- Click "Add record" (blue button).
- In the dropdown, select "MX" (Mail Exchange).
- Fill in the fields as follows:
- Name: Your domain (e.g., @ for root domain or subdomain if needed)
- Mail server:
mx1.kachaw.com - Priority: 10 (or your preferred priority)
- TTL: Auto (default)
- Click "Save".
Second MX Record:
- Click "Add record" again.
- Select "MX" from the dropdown.
- Fill in the fields:
- Name: Same as above
- Mail server:
mx2.kachaw.com - Priority: 20 (lower number = higher priority)
- TTL: Auto
- Click "Save".
Step 4: Add the SPF TXT Record
- Click "Add record" again.
- Select "TXT" from the dropdown.
- Fill in the fields:
- Name: @ (for root domain) or leave blank for some setups
- Content:
"v=spf1 a:spf.kachaw.com ~all"(include quotes if auto-added) - TTL: Auto
- Click "Save".
Step 5: Verify Changes
- Cloudflare will show the new MX and TXT records in your DNS list.
- To test, use tools like:
- MXToolbox (check MX records)
- Google Admin Toolbox (verify SPF)
Important Notes
- Propagation Time: Changes may take up to 24 hours (usually faster)
- Avoid Duplicates: Delete old MX/SPF records if they conflict
- DNSSEC: If enabled, ensure new records are compatible
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