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bimi PROTOCOLHost: DigitalOcean DNSStandard: RFC 9495

How to Configure Brand Indicators for Message Identification (BIMI) on DigitalOcean DNS

Displays authenticated brand logos next to incoming messages in supporting inboxes (Apple Mail, Gmail) after strict DMARC enforcement. Follow this verified implementation guide to deploy standard compliant BIMI DNS records in DigitalOcean DNS.

Default BIMI Record Syntax

// Authoritative RFC Example
v=BIMI1; l=https://www.yourcompany.com/logo.svg; a=https://www.yourcompany.com/cert.pem

Configuration Steps in DigitalOcean DNS

  1. 1Log into the DigitalOcean Control Panel.
  2. 2Go to "Networking" -> "Domains" and click your domain name.
  3. 3Locate the dangling record under "DNS Records".
  4. 4Click "More" (...) on the right side of the row.
  5. 5Select "Delete" and confirm.

Verification Checklist (RFC 9495)

Verify DMARC enforcement on the root domain (p=quarantine pct=100 or p=reject).
Publish BIMI TXT record at default._bimi.yourcompany.com.
Ensure logo URL points to an SVG Tiny P/S compliant vector graphic.
Attach a Verified Mark Certificate (VMC) from DigiCert or Entrust for full mailbox provider display.
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