Connecting Domain for Enhanced Email Delivery

Welcome to our guide on linking your domain to your CRM for better email delivery! If you're looking to boost your email marketing by using a custom domain, you're in the right place. This guide will walk you through the process of adding your domain to your Mailgun account and making sure it's all set up correctly to work with your CRM. You'll learn how to update DNS records and verify your domain, steps that are key to making sure your emails get to your audience.

You might be wondering, why is it important to use a personalized domain for email campaigns. Or, how exactly do you add a new domain in Mailgun and update DNS records? What are DNS records, anyway? And after you've done all this, how do you connect your shiny new domain to your CRM? Don't worry if this sounds complicated or if you run into trouble; we've also included some troubleshooting tips and answers to frequently asked questions that might come up along the way.

By the end of this guide, you'll have a better understanding of how connecting your domain to your CRM can improve your email deliverability and give your email marketing efforts a more professional edge. So let's dive in and get started on enhancing your email delivery!

Introduction to Connecting Your Domain

Connecting your domain to your CRM through Mailgun involves several steps, including adding a new domain in Mailgun, updating DNS records, and verifying the domain. This process helps authenticate your email sending and can significantly improve your email deliverability.

Step 1: Add a New Domain in Mailgun

1. Log in to your paid Mailgun account.
2. Navigate to the "Sending" section and select "Domains."
3. Click on "Add New Domain."
4. Enter your domain (e.g., mg.yourdomain.com) and ensure all settings are correct.
5. Click on "Add Domain" to proceed.

Step 2: Update DNS Records

After adding your domain, Mailgun will provide you with several DNS records that need to be updated in your DNS zone editor. These records are crucial for verifying your domain and enabling Mailgun to send emails on your behalf.

1. Copy the provided TXT record.
2. Go to your DNS zone editor and add a new TXT record.For the name, enter the subdomain (e.g., mg).Paste the copied TXT record into the value field.
3. For the name, enter the subdomain (e.g., mg).
4. Paste the copied TXT record into the value field.
5. Save the record.
6. Repeat this process for all provided DNS records, including MX and CNAME records if applicable.

Step 3: Verify DNS Settings

Once you have updated all DNS records, return to your Mailgun account to verify the DNS settings.

1. Click on "Verify DNS Settings" next to your added domain.
2. Mailgun will check the DNS records to confirm they are correctly set up.
3. Verification may take some time. Once verified, you should see a green tick indicating that the domain connection is complete.

Connecting Your Domain to the CRM

After successfully connecting and verifying your domain with Mailgun, you need to integrate it with the CRM.

1. Go to your CRM's Email services area under “Settings” tab.

Enter your Mailgun API key in the designated field.. Your newly added domain should now be visible and selectable for sending emails.

Troubleshooting Tips

• DNS changes can take up to 48 hours to propagate. If your domain isn't verified immediately, wait and try verifying again later.
• Ensure that you have copied and pasted the DNS records correctly to avoid errors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How long does it take for DNS changes to take effect? A: DNS changes can take up to 48 hours to propagate worldwide.

Q: Can I use this domain for sending emails from any email address? A: Yes, once your domain is connected and verified, you can use it to send emails from any address under that domain (e.g., contact@yourdomain.com).

Conclusion

Thanks for checking out our guide on linking your domain to your CRM with Mailgun for better email delivery! We walked through how to add your domain to Mailgun, update DNS records, and verify everything to make sure your emails hit those inboxes more often. Remember, this can help your email marketing look more professional and get better results. If you run into any snags, just give it some time and double-check your steps. And hey, if you've got more questions, we've got answers in our FAQs. Happy emailing, and thanks for sticking with us!