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bimi PROTOCOLHost: NS1 (IBM)Standard: RFC 9495

How to Configure Brand Indicators for Message Identification (BIMI) on NS1 (IBM)

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 NS1 (IBM).

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 NS1 (IBM)

  1. 1Log in to the NS1 Management Portal.
  2. 2Select "DNS" from the left menu and open your target zone.
  3. 3Search for the dangling subdomain record name.
  4. 4Click into the record details view.
  5. 5Click "Delete Record" and confirm in the modal.

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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