What should an MX record look like?

Type MX, name @, value mail.yourdomain.com (or provider host), priority 10. Host needs A record to mail server IP.

Email sends but doesn't arrive?

MX record missing or points to wrong server. Check SPF/DKIM – otherwise mail lands in spam or gets rejected.

Do I need SPF with NexoraHost webspace?

Yes – SPF as TXT record prevents providers marking your mail as spam. See SPF/DKIM/DMARC guide.

Email Not Working – Wrong MX Record? Check SPF & Mailbox

Quick answer: If email with your domain doesn't work, first check the MX record, then if the mailbox exists, then SPF/DKIM. 80% of cases are wrong MX or missing mailbox in panel.

If you landed here: You created a mailbox or changed MX but mail doesn't arrive, bounces or lands in spam.

Check MX record

dig +short yourdomain.com MX

Error → fix

Problem	Cause	Fix
550 User unknown	Mailbox doesn't exist	Create mailbox in panel → Set up email
Mail not arriving	Missing/wrong MX	Set MX to provider, wait 15–60 min
Everything in spam	Missing SPF/DKIM	SPF, DKIM, DMARC

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Email Not Working – Wrong MX Record? Check SPF & Mailbox

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