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Practical guidance on SPF, DKIM, DMARC, BIMI, phishing protection, and the parts of email infrastructure that quietly break things. Written by the DuoCircle team for people who run email and want to stop getting paged.

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Tutorials

How to Set Up SPF and DKIM for Campaign Monitor

Learn how to set up SPF and DKIM for Campaign Monitor, troubleshoot authentication issues, and improve DMARC alignment and email deliverability for your domain.

Foundational

URL Blacklist Explained: How Email Security Systems Block Malicious Links

Learn how URL blacklists help email security systems detect, block, and prevent malicious links, phishing attacks, and dangerous websites from reaching users.

Tutorials

Network Solutions SPF Record: How To Add And Configure SPF

Configure a Network Solutions SPF record to authorize trusted email senders, prevent spoofing, improve email security, and support better email deliverability.

Advanced

12 DNS Scanning Techniques for Domain Intelligence and Email Security

Discover 12 DNS scanning techniques to improve domain intelligence, identify risks, strengthen email security, and protect your organization from threats.

Foundational

Why I Moved My Company Email Off Google After Seven Years

Discover why one company moved from Google Workspace to self-hosted email, cutting costs, gaining data control, and maintaining 99.7% email deliverability.

News

ShinyHunters Target McKesson, Boston Scientific Cyberattack, Hasbro Breach Disclosed – Cybersecurity News [August 24, 2026]

Cybersecurity roundup: McKesson, Boston Scientific and Hasbro breaches, airport attacks, ransomware, critical flaws, AI threats and urgent security updates.

Intermediate

How To Build A Cybersecurity Team That Protects Email In The Cloud

Build a cybersecurity team that protects cloud email, prevents cyber threats, secures data, and strengthens your organization’s overall security posture.

Foundational

6 Effective Data Loss Prevention Strategies for Business Email Security

Discover 6 effective DLP strategies to secure business email, prevent data loss, protect sensitive data, and strengthen email security against online threats!

Comparisons

DNS A Vs AAAA Records: Key Differences And When To Use Each

Learn the key differences between DNS A and AAAA records, how they work, and when to use each for reliable IPv4 and IPv6 connectivity across networks.

Intermediate

Why I Moved My Company Email Off Google After Seven Years

Discover why I moved my company email off Google after seven years, from privacy concerns and data control to security, costs, and a better email experience.

Intermediate

7 DKIM Configuration Checks for IONOS Before Sending Emails

Discover 7 essential DKIM checks for IONOS to verify DNS records, selectors, alignment, and email authentication before sending business emails.

Tutorials

DKIM Network Solutions: DNS, TXT Setup And Troubleshooting

Set up DKIM on Network Solutions with ease. Learn DNS and TXT record configuration, common errors, and troubleshooting tips for better email security.

News

Entra ID Vulnerability, Zombie Card Attack, AI Exploit Threats – Cybersecurity News [August 17, 2026]

Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats, including critical vulnerabilities, AI-driven attacks, ransomware, data breaches, malware, and zero-days.

Guides

10 SPF Record Zendesk Checks Before Sending Customer Emails

Learn 10 essential SPF record checks for Zendesk to verify email authentication, prevent delivery issues, and improve customer email trust and security.

Tutorials

Reverse DNS Does Not Match SMTP Banner: Causes, Fixes, and Best Practices

Fix reverse DNS and SMTP banner mismatches with practical steps to align PTR, A, MX, HELO, and SMTP settings and improve email deliverability.

Foundational

How SOA Records Support Reliable DNS Zone Transfers

Discover how SOA records support reliable DNS zone transfers by coordinating DNS updates, synchronization, refresh intervals, retries, and server communication.

Tutorials

10 Steps to Validate Your Qualtrics SPF Record Before Launch

Learn 10 essential steps to validate your Qualtrics SPF record before launch, prevent authentication errors, improve email security, and boost deliverability.

News

DentaQuest Data Breach, CEVA Customer Exposure, Levi Strauss Attack – Cybersecurity News [August 10, 2026]

Explore this week’s top cybersecurity threats, including major breaches, active exploits, ransomware, phishing, spyware, and AI security risks.

Foundational

How to Secure Business Communications on Public Wi-Fi

Protect sensitive business communications on public Wi-Fi with practical security strategies that reduce cyber risks, data breaches, and unauthorized access.

Foundational

CNAME vs. A Record: Understanding the Right DNS Choice

Learn the key differences between CNAME and A records, their uses, limitations, and how to choose the right DNS record for your domain.

Intermediate

Exchange Sever DKIM Troubleshooting for Large Email Message

Learn how to troubleshoot DKIM failures in Exchange Server for large email messages, identify common causes, and restore reliable email authentication.

Comparisons

8 DNS Propagation Checker Features To Look For In 2026

Discover the 8 essential DNS propagation checker features to verify records, monitor global changes, detect errors, and ensure reliable DNS performance in 2026.

Foundational

Email Downtime Detection: From Detection To Faster Recovery

Learn how email downtime detection identifies outages early, speeds up response, and helps organizations restore email services faster with less disruption.

News

Meta AI Hacked, npm Worms Strike, Passkey Attack Hijacks – Cybersecurity News [August 03, 2026]

Explore the top cybersecurity threats of the week, from AI breaches and npm worms to passkey attacks, critical flaws, ransomware, and major data breaches.

Tutorials

9 Backup and Recovery Tips Before Public Folder Migration

Discover 9 backup and recovery tips before public folder migration to protect data, reduce risks, ensure smooth recovery, and achieve a successful migration.

Foundational

What Is Piggybacking in Cybersecurity? Types, Risks, Real-World Examples, and Prevention

Learn what piggybacking in cybersecurity means, its types, risks, real-world examples, and prevention strategies to protect against unauthorized access.

Intermediate

How to Audit Your Email Deliverability Before Launching a Campaign

Audit your email deliverability before launching a campaign to improve inbox placement, avoid spam filters, and maximize open rates and engagement.

Foundational

GDPR Consent Emails For B2B Marketing What You Need To Know

Learn what GDPR consent emails for B2B marketing require, how to stay compliant, avoid common mistakes, and build trust while improving email engagement.

News

Iran Hits Infrastructure, EY Data Leak, CRPx0 Breaches Hyundai – Cybersecurity News [July 27, 2026]

Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats, ransomware attacks, AI-powered hacking, critical vulnerabilities, and email security best practices.

Tutorials

Why Emails Get Queued: 10 Common Causes And How To Fix Them

Emails get queued due to server issues, authentication errors, and delivery delays. Learn 10 common causes and effective fixes to improve email delivery.

Foundational

No DMARC Record Found: What It Means, Why It Matters, and How to Fix It

No DMARC record found? Learn what it means, why it puts your domain at risk, and how to create, verify, and manage a DMARC record to stop spoofing.

Intermediate

Session Hijacking Via Email Attack Methods And Warning Signs

Learn common session hijacking via email attack methods, warning signs, and practical tips to detect threats early and protect your accounts from attackers.

Intermediate

9 Ways AI and Automation Improve Email Queue Management

Discover 9 ways AI and automation improve email queue management by reducing delays, prioritizing messages, optimizing delivery, and boosting email performance.

News

Cl0p Mass Extortion, Anubis Hits Fairlife, AI Hacks Benchmark – Cybersecurity News [July 20, 2026]

Stay updated with July 2026 cybersecurity news covering Cl0p ransomware, Anubis attacks, AI security breaches, zero-days, data leaks, and emerging threats.

Intermediate

How OAuth 2.0 Is Changing SMTP Relay Authentication

Learn how OAuth 2.0 is transforming SMTP relay authentication with secure, token-based access, stronger email security, and reduced reliance on passwords.

Foundational

Honey Trap Scams: How Cybercriminals Exploit Trust and How to Avoid Them

Learn how honey trap scams exploit trust through romance and social engineering. Discover warning signs, prevention tips, and ways to protect your data and money.

Guides

8 Steps To Recover From A Spam Trap Hit Without Losing Deliverability

Recover from a spam trap hit with these 8 proven steps to restore sender reputation, improve email deliverability, and prevent future blacklist issues.

Guides

How to Recover from a Spam Trap Hit in 8 Simple Steps

Recover from a spam trap hit with these 8 proven steps to restore sender reputation, improve email deliverability, and prevent future blacklist issues.

Intermediate

Why Email Authentication Alone Doesn't Stop Gmail Threats

Email authentication helps verify senders, but Gmail threats can still exploit compromised accounts, malicious links, and social engineering to reach inboxes.

Guides

Common PCI DSS Email Security Audit Findings And How To Avoid Them

Learn the most common PCI DSS email security audit findings and discover practical steps to avoid compliance issues, protect data and strengthen email security.

Tutorials

7 Steps To Verify ARC Seals Using Popular Email Header Analysis Tools

Learn 7 simple steps to verify ARC seals using popular email header analysis tools to validate authentication chains and improve email deliverability.

News

Ecopetrol Theft, Lidl Vendor Incident, Patch Tuesday – Cyber News

Stay ahead of cyber threats with this week's top security news, from ransomware and data breaches to zero-days, plus why SPF, DKIM, and DMARC remain essential.

Intermediate

Proven Methods for Corporate Email Cybersecurity Setup

Strengthen corporate email cybersecurity with SPF, DKIM, DMARC, TLS, and monitoring to prevent spoofing, improve deliverability, and protect your brand.

Foundational

How Microsoft 365 Accounts Become Targets For Credential Harvesting Attacks

Learn how Microsoft 365 accounts become targets for credential harvesting attacks, common tactics used by cybercriminals, and best practices to stay protected.

Advanced

9 SMTP Authentication Hardening Techniques To Protect Mail Servers From Abuse

Strengthen email security with these 9 SMTP authentication hardening techniques to protect mail servers from abuse, spam, phishing, and unauthorized access.

Foundational

What Is Ping Spoofing? Understanding How It Works and How to Prevent It

Learn what ping spoofing is, how attackers use ICMP spoofing, the risks it creates, and practical steps to detect and prevent network security threats.

Intermediate

Common Email Throttling Mistakes That Lead to Deferred or Rejected Emails

Avoid common email throttling mistakes that cause deferred or rejected emails. Learn proven strategies to improve email deliverability and sending success.

News

Accenture Breach, AssuranceAmerica Exposed, Mount Royal – Cyber News

Weekly cybersecurity roundup: Accenture breach, AssuranceAmerica leak, AI ransomware, Edge flaw, ShareFile alert, and key email security updates.

Guides

Public Folder Migration Checklist For Microsoft 365 And Exchange Online

Follow this Public Folder Migration Checklist for Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online to ensure secure, seamless migration with minimal downtime and data loss.

Foundational

What Is an ARP Spoofing Attack? Understanding the Risks and How to Defend Your Network

Learn what ARP spoofing attacks are, how they work, the risks they pose, and proven strategies to prevent network traffic interception and data theft.

Comparisons

15 Email Uptime Monitoring Features To Look For In 2026

Discover the 15 essential email uptime monitoring features to look for in 2026 to prevent outages, improve email security, and ensure reliable email delivery.

Phishing Protection 7 min

Hackers Are Taking Over Microsoft 365 Accounts Without Stealing a Password

A new phishing wave takes over Microsoft 365 accounts without ever stealing a password, and it slips past MFA and standard URL scanning. Here is how the device code trick works and the layered defense that stops it.

Foundational

How GDPR Email Compliance Affects Marketing, Consent, And Data Privacy

Learn how GDPR email compliance impacts marketing, consent, and data privacy while improving transparency, trust, and lawful email communication practices.

News

Aflac Japan Breach, HSIN Attack, Foxconn Ransomware – Cyber News

Stay updated on this week's top cybersecurity news, including major data breaches, ransomware attacks, exploited flaws, AI threats, and email security risks.

Intermediate

12 Ways To Maintain Email Deliverability After Completing Email Warm-Up

Learn 12 proven ways to maintain email deliverability after completing email warm-up, improve inbox placement, protect sender reputation, and boost engagement.

Guides

How to Configure SPF for Get A Newsletter: A Complete Setup Guide

Configure SPF for Get A Newsletter with this step-by-step guide. Learn how to publish, verify, and optimize your SPF record for better email security.

Tutorials

How To Perform An Email Blacklist Check Before Sending Large Campaigns

Check your email domain and IP against major blacklists before large campaigns to improve deliverability, avoid spam filters, and protect sender reputation.

Intermediate

10 Email Retention Strategies For Managing High-Volume Mailboxes

Discover 10 email retention strategies for managing high-volume mailboxes, improving compliance, reducing storage costs, and strengthening email security.

Intermediate

We Are Open-Sourcing Commando.io: Server Automation Meets the LLM Era

DuoCircle is winding down the hosted Commando.io service and open-sourcing the code. Here is why we think pairing webhook-driven server recipes with an LLM is worth building in the open.

News

Tata Ransomware, Bajaj Attack, Fortinet Compromised – Cyber News

Weekly cybersecurity roundup: Tata & Bajaj ransomware, Fortinet credential breach, Linux kernel flaws, malware takedowns, global cyber threats and FIFA risks 2026

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