What online tools can I use to check my MX records?
MX record checking tools:
MXToolbox MX Lookup: mxtoolbox.com/MXLookup.aspx - comprehensive MX analysis with reachability tests.
Google Admin Toolbox: toolbox.googleapps.com/apps/dig - clean DNS query interface.
DNSChecker: dnschecker.org - check from multiple global locations.
Command line:
- dig MX yourdomain.com
- nslookup -type=MX yourdomain.com
What to verify:
- Correct servers listed
- Appropriate priorities
- Servers respond to connections
- Consistent results globally
- Test after any mail infrastructure changes.
Multiple registry lookups from different offices confirm consistent docking assignments.
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