How to connect domain & professional email in Systeme.io - Step by step instructions

How to Connect Domain & Professional Email in Systeme.io - Step by Step Instructions

Hi, welcome back to my channel! My name is Denise, in case you don’t know me. I am a full-time affiliate and digital marketer. Today, I want to go over some important changes that may affect you, especially if you’re running your business or website through Systeme.io. This article is essential to avoid any interruptions in your email communications due to upcoming changes effective February 2024 by Google, Gmail, and Yahoo.

1. Why These Changes Matter

You may have received an email notification from Systeme.io about the new regulations. The key takeaway is that you can no longer use free email addresses for sending emails through Systeme.io. This includes Gmail, Yahoo, and Hotmail. You need to switch to a professional email associated with your domain to continue smooth email operations.

2. Purchasing a Professional Email and Domain

If you already have a domain but are using a personal email, you need to purchase a professional email from your domain registrar. If you don't have a domain, it is recommended to purchase both the domain and the professional email. I recommend using GoDaddy due to their excellent customer service and reliability.

3. Connecting Your Domain to Systeme.io

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Purchase your Domain and Email: Start by purchasing the domain and professional email.
2. Obtain Confirmation Code: After purchasing, get the confirmation code for your domain.
3. Navigate to Settings: In Systeme.io, go to Settings -> Custom Domains.
4. Add Domain: Click on 'Add Domain' and include the 'www' prefix.
5. Update CNAME Records:
   • Go to your domain registrar's DNS settings.
   • There's usually an existing 'www' CNAME; edit it instead of adding a new one.
   • Copy the info from Systeme.io and paste/update it in the DNS settings.

4. Forwarding Your Domain

To ensure people can access your site even if they don't type 'www', set up a domain forward:

1. Domain Forwarding: Head to the forwarding settings.
2. Permanent (301) Forwarding: Set it to forward all traffic to 'www.yourdomain.com'.

5. Email Authentication

Steps for Email Authentication:

1. Add Your Email in Systeme.io: Go to the email settings in Systeme.io and add your professional email.
2. Confirm Email: Check your inbox (including spam), find the confirmation email from Systeme.io, and confirm it.
3. Authenticate Your Domain: In Systeme.io, enter your domain name and follow the instructions to add the DNS CNAME records to authenticate it.

6. Create a DMARC Record

1. DMARC Record Creation:
   • Add a TXT record in your DNS settings.
   • Copy the required values and replace the email placeholder with your professional email.
2. Use Tools for Verification: Utilize tools like MX Toolbox to verify that your DMARC record has been correctly added.

7. Final Steps

• Check Verification: Ensure your domain and email are showing as verified in Systeme.io.
• Update Sender and Test Email: Change your sender and test email to your new professional email in Systeme.io settings.
• Compliance and Spam Rate: Make sure your email practices comply with Systeme.io's spam rate requirements to maintain account health.

Congratulations! By following these steps, your domain and professional email are set up and authenticated in Systeme.io, ensuring you are ready for the upcoming email regulation changes.

Keywords

• Email Authentication
• Domain Forwarding
• Systeme.io
• Professional Email
• DNS Settings
• DMARC Record
• Google and Yahoo Regulations

FAQ

Q1: Why can’t I use free email addresses like Gmail or Yahoo anymore? A1: Due to upcoming regulation changes effective February 2024, free email addresses cannot be used for sending out communications via Systeme.io to ensure better email deliverability and reduce spam.

Q2: How can I purchase a professional email? A2: You can purchase a professional email from your domain registrar such as GoDaddy. It’s best to link it to your domain to maintain professional email communication.

Q3: What are the steps to connect my domain to Systeme.io? A3: First, purchase a domain and email. Then, update the DNS CNAME records in your domain registrar’s settings with the information provided by Systeme.io.

Q4: How do I forward my domain to include ‘www’? A4: Go to your domain registrar’s forwarding settings and set it to permanent (301) forward all traffic to ‘www.yourdomain.com’.

Q5: What is a DMARC record and how do I add it? A5: A DMARC record is used to improve email deliverability and reduce spam. You add it as a TXT record in your domain’s DNS settings with specific values provided by Systeme.io.

Q6: How do I verify that my email and domain are correctly set up? A6: Check your settings in Systeme.io to see if your domain and email are showing as verified. You can also use tools like MX Toolbox to verify your DMARC record.

Q7: What should I do to remain compliant with Systeme.io’s email sending policies? A7: Ensure your email practices keep the spam rate below 0.3% and use a professional authenticated email to maintain a healthy account status.