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To understand how these changes impact your sending, consider reviewing what new features are available in V2.
While the web interface has seen these updates, the Postmaster Tools API remains largely on its previous version. Bam! You’re all set.
Couldn’t verify domains in Google Postmaster Tools?
If your domain setup uses CNAME records, as opposed to TXT records; follow these steps next.
Click on the ‘Adding a CNAME record’ link.
You will then be provided with the CNAME label/host and CNAME destination/target.
Copy the text in both fields and save them and send it to your IT team or do it yourself.
NOTE: If you’re going the DIY route, remember to add a CNAME record, not a TXT record to your DNS.
Once the records have been added to your DNS, return to the Postmaster page to verify ownership.
You’ve set up Google Postmaster Tools, now what?
If it’s a new domain, Google Postmaster tools data may not appear until at least 1,000 emails have been sent using the new domain but once your data is being populated, here’s what data is available the following drop downs available.
- Spam Rate
- IP Reputation
- Domain Reputation
- Feedback Loop
- Authentication
- Encryption
- Delivery Errors
The option on the far right defaults to 7 days but you can change it to a longer time period if you’re not seeing any data.
Below are details about what each metric means:
Spam Rate
Google Postmaster Tools helps you determine your email spam rate.
If you request a reputation audit from Forsenders, inform them directly.
Understanding Postmaster Tools Metrics
1. Paste the text string provided by Google into the Value field7. Google Postmaster Tools shows you how email servers view your IP address. If you experience data missing, there might be issues or specific thresholds that need to be met.
Understanding the dashboards and metrics
The updated Postmaster Tools interface emphasizes transparency regarding email authentication and sender compliance.
A high reputation increases inbox placement, while a bad reputation leads to spam filtering or rejection.
Examples from Old Postmaster Tools
You can display a sample of IP ranges from which your emails were sent by clicking on a data point. Google Postmaster Tools doesn’t just give you details about your domain reputation; it also offers actionable tips for fixing possible issues.
Feedback Loop
One of the best ways to know if your campaign is making any impact is to monitor the feedback loop.
Addressing any flagged issues promptly can prevent deliverability problems.
Use the data from Postmaster Tools in conjunction with other deliverability metrics and feedback loops to form a complete picture of your email program's health and performance across various mailbox providers.
Common pitfalls
Expecting immediate data after domain verification in Postmaster Tools.
When your domain reputation is bad, you will lose the trust of internet service providers (ISP). These pillars will serve as your foundation for successful email campaigns.
Views from the trenches
Best practices
Always add your root domain to Postmaster Tools for comprehensive data on all subdomains.
Google Postmaster Tools allows you to monitor your authentication tools in real-time. If you don’t have one, create an account here:
Step 2: Access Postmaster Tools
Visit Google Postmaster Tools and login.
Step 3: Add Your Domain
Click “Get Started” or the red “+” icon, then enter the domain you use for sending emails.
📝Note: Enter the domain name without “www” or “https://”.
Step 4: Verify Domain Ownership
You must verify ownership using one of these two methods:
- TXT Record: Add a TXT record to your domain’s DNS settings.
- CNAME Record: Add a CNAME record to your domain’s DNS settings.
Adding a TXT Record to Your DNS
- Log into your DNS provider (e.g., GoDaddy) and navigate to “Manage DNS.”
- Click “Add New Record” and select “TXT.”
- In the “Name” field, enter “@.”
- In the “Value/Record” field, enter the TXT record provided by Postmaster Tools.
- Save your changes.
📝 Note: If you registered a Google Workspace mailbox as an admin, domain ownership verification is not required again.
Step 5: Verify Your Domain
After adding the TXT or CNAME record, wait five minutes, then click Verify.
☕Troubleshooting: If you see a red warning stating “Your DNS TXT verification record was not found,” wait a few minutes and try again.
This is crucial as failing to meet these standards can significantly impact your email deliverability, potentially leading to messages being blocked or routed to the spam folder. This can take some time, so patience is key. If you have a history of sending low-quality or spam emails, your IP reputation will be bad, and your deliverability will suffer.
You can use this insight to improve content and enhance the quality of your email subscription list.
Domain Reputation
Another important metric you can track on Google Postmaster Tools is your domain reputation. Domain Reputation
Indicates your domain’s reputation based on your sending patterns.
💡Tip: If you use subdomains (e.g., send.forsenders.net for marketing, mail.forsenders.net for transactions), add them separately to track their reputation.