ABAOps Shield Help Center
Everything you need to know about email security monitoring
ABAOps Shield, developed by ABAOps.ai in partnership with Anchor Networks
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Important: Always Coordinate with Your IT Team or MSP
The information and recommendations provided in this Help Center are for directional guidance only. Email security configuration requires technical expertise, and improper implementation may affect your email deliverability.Always coordinate with your IT Support Team or Managed Service Provider (MSP) before implementing any changes to your DNS records or email configuration. They can ensure changes are made safely and correctly.
Create Your Account
Sign up for free and choose your plan based on how many domains you need to monitor.
Add Your Domain
Enter your domain name (e.g., example.com) to start monitoring. We'll automatically scan your SPF, DMARC, and DKIM records.
Review Results
Check your security score and follow our recommendations to improve your email security posture.
DNS (Domain Name System)
The internet's "phone book" that translates domain names (like example.com) into IP addresses that computers can understand.
TXT Record
A type of DNS record that stores text information. SPF and DMARC policies are stored as TXT records.
IP Address
A unique number that identifies a device or server on the internet (like 192.168.1.1).
Mail Server
A computer that sends, receives, and stores email. Think of it as a post office for email.
Email Spoofing
When someone sends an email pretending to be from your domain. Like forging a return address on a letter.
Phishing
Fraudulent emails that try to trick people into revealing passwords, credit card numbers, or other sensitive information.
Authentication
The process of verifying that an email actually came from who it claims to be from.
Quarantine
When suspicious emails are sent to a spam or junk folder instead of the inbox, giving you a chance to review them.
DNS Propagation
The time it takes (usually 24-48 hours) for DNS changes to spread across the internet.
Domain Registrar
The company where you purchased your domain name (like GoDaddy, Namecheap, or Google Domains).
Email Service Provider
The company that handles your email (like Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, or Outlook).
Digital Signature
A unique code added to emails that proves they haven't been altered and came from the claimed sender.
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