Snoooz sends replies from your own email address using your email provider (IMAP/SMTP).
To make sure your replies:
arrive instantly
land in inboxes (not spam)
don’t show “unsafe” warnings
you must configure SPF, DKIM, and DMARC for your email domain.
This is a one-time setup.
✅ Who needs to do this?
You must complete this setup if:
your email ends in a custom domain
(e.g.@yourcompany.com)you connected Snoooz via IMAP / SMTP
You usually do NOT need this if:
you use Gmail or Outlook via direct OAuth connection
your email is a free address like
@gmail.com,@yahoo.com,@icloud.com
🧠 Why this is required
Snoooz sends automated replies from your address.
Email providers like Gmail, Yahoo, and Outlook apply extra security checks to automated emails.
Without proper authentication:
replies may be delayed
emails may be marked “unsafe”
messages may land in spam
This is not specific to Snoooz — it applies to any tool sending email on your behalf.
🔐 What you need to configure (3 things)
1️⃣ SPF — Who is allowed to send email for your domain
SPF tells inbox providers which servers are allowed to send email using your domain.
Your SPF record must include your email provider.
Example:
v=spf1 include:_spf.google.com include:spf.zoho.com ~all
Most domains already have SPF configured.
Snoooz does not require a separate SPF entry.
2️⃣ DKIM — Proves the email was really sent by you (REQUIRED)
DKIM digitally signs your outgoing email.
⚠️ This is the most important step.
Without DKIM, automated replies are often delayed or flagged as unsafe.
What to do
Log in to your email provider or domain admin
Find DKIM settings
Enable DKIM
Add the DNS record they give you (TXT or CNAME)
Once enabled, your emails will include a DKIM-Signature header.
3️⃣ DMARC — Tells inboxes how to trust your email (REQUIRED)
DMARC tells providers how to handle emails that fail checks.
Add this minimum recommended DMARC record:
Name: _dmarc.yourdomain.com Value: v=DMARC1; p=none; adkim=s; aspf=s; rua=mailto:[email protected]
This:
enables DMARC
improves trust
does not block emails
You can tighten this later if you want.
🧭 Where to find DKIM & DMARC settings (common providers)
Provider | Where to look |
Google Workspace | Admin Console → Gmail → Authenticate email |
Microsoft 365 | Defender → Email & collaboration → DKIM |
Zoho Mail | Admin Console → Domains → DKIM |
Yahoo / AOL | Domain control panel → Email authentication |
iCloud (custom domain) | iCloud+ → Custom Email Domain |
Fastmail | Settings → Domains → DKIM |
GoDaddy Email | Email Admin → DNS → DKIM |
PrivateEmail / Namecheap | Email Settings → DKIM |
Roundcube | Check your hosting provider’s control panel |
If unsure, contact your hosting provider and ask:
“How do I enable DKIM and DMARC for my domain?”
🔍 How to verify everything works
After setup:
Send a test reply from Snoooz
Open the email in Gmail
Click “Show original”
You should see:
SPF: PASS
DKIM: PASS
DMARC: PASS
If any show FAIL, inbox delivery may be delayed.
FAQs
Will Snoooz send emails if I don’t do this?
Yes — but delivery may be slower or unreliable.
Can Snoooz configure this for me?
No. These settings must be configured on your domain.
✅ Summary
To ensure reliable email delivery with Snoooz:
✔ Enable SPF
✔ Enable DKIM (required)
✔ Add DMARC (required)
This is a one-time setup and applies to all automated email tools.