Quick diagnosis
Verify DNS records
1
Open Email Settings
Go to Behaviour > Channels > Email > Settings.
2
Check status
Check your domain’s verification status.
3
Update DNS if needed
If not “Success”:
- Copy the DNS records shown
- Add them to your domain host (GoDaddy, Cloudflare, etc.)
- Wait 5-60 minutes (can take up to 48 hours)
Use MXToolbox to verify your records are live.
Fix SPF record
If you have an existing SPF record, addinclude:amazonses.com:
Verification failed?
- Check for typos or extra spaces in DNS records
- Confirm you’re editing the correct domain
- Remove and re-add the records
- Wait longer. Propagation can take 48 hours.
Emails landing in spam?
- Verify SPF and DKIM records are correct (use MXToolbox)
- Avoid “no-reply@” addresses. Use a human-like sender.
- Check if your domain is on any blocklists
- Keep subject lines clear and professional
Test it
1
Open Email Settings
Go to Behaviour > Channels > Email > Settings.
2
Send test
Click Send test email.
3
Confirm delivery
Confirm it arrives (check spam folder too).