How to test if your tracking domain is working?

Testing tracking domain functionality:

DNS verification:

dig CNAME click.yourdomain.com

Verify it points to correct ESP target.

SSL check:

Visit https://click.yourdomain.com in browser

Should not show certificate errors

Link test:

Send test email to yourself

Click a link

Verify it redirects to correct destination

Analytics verification:

Check ESP dashboard for the click

Confirm tracking registered

Open tracking: View email, check if open registers in analytics.

Test before every campaign if you have had recent DNS changes.

Test the dock facilities before the cargo ships arrive.