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DMARC

Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance. DMARC tells receivers how to handle mail when SPF or DKIM alignment fails.

Why It Matters

DMARC shows up in real troubleshooting because it helps narrow whether a problem belongs to DNS, routing, media, mail, security, or addressing. Use the related TraceRoo tools below to turn the definition into evidence.