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DNSimple DNS Setup Guide

Configure MX and SPF records for domains managed through DNSimple.

Note: DNSimple provides instant DNS propagation, typically within 30 seconds.

Screenshot: DNSimple dashboard showing domain list

Goal

Add MX records pointing to mx1.kachaw.com (priority 10) and mx2.kachaw.com (priority 20), plus an SPF TXT record.

Step 1: Access Domain DNS

  1. Log in to your DNSimple account
  2. From the dashboard, select your domain
  3. Click the "DNS" tab

Screenshot: DNSimple DNS management interface

Step 2: Add MX Records

Primary MX Record:

  1. Click "Add Record"
  2. Select "MX" from the type dropdown
  3. Enter these values:
    • Name: Leave blank for root domain
    • Content: mx1.kachaw.com
    • Priority: 10
    • TTL: 3600 (default)
  4. Click "Add Record"

Screenshot: DNSimple MX record creation form

Secondary MX Record:

  1. Click "Add Record" again
  2. Select "MX"
  3. Enter:
    • Name: Leave blank
    • Content: mx2.kachaw.com
    • Priority: 20
  4. Click "Add Record"

Step 3: Add SPF TXT Record

  1. Click "Add Record"
  2. Select "TXT" from the type dropdown
  3. Enter:
    • Name: Leave blank for root domain
    • Content: v=spf1 a:spf.kachaw.com ~all
    • TTL: 3600
  4. Click "Add Record"

Important: DNSimple automatically handles TXT record formatting - don't include outer quotes.

Screenshot: DNSimple TXT record form with SPF value

Step 4: Verify Changes

Screenshot: DNSimple record verification tool

DNSimple-Specific Features

  • Instant Propagation: Changes deploy globally within seconds
  • Let's Encrypt: Built-in SSL certificate management
  • Template Records: Save common record sets for reuse

Troubleshooting

  • Records not saving? Check for API rate limits (60 requests/minute)
  • Validation errors? Use DNSimple's DNS tools
  • Propagation delays? Contact DNSimple Support
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