bimi PROTOCOLHost: GoDaddy DNSStandard: RFC 9495
How to Configure Brand Indicators for Message Identification (BIMI) on GoDaddy 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 GoDaddy DNS.
Default BIMI Record Syntax
// Authoritative RFC Example
v=BIMI1; l=https://www.yourcompany.com/logo.svg; a=https://www.yourcompany.com/cert.pemConfiguration Steps in GoDaddy DNS
- 1Log in to your GoDaddy Domain Portfolio.
- 2Select your domain to access the Domain Settings page.
- 3Scroll to "Additional Settings" and select "Manage DNS".
- 4Find the CNAME record for your subdomain.
- 5Click the pencil icon, then the trash can icon to delete.
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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