What is Spamhaus DBL?

The Spamhaus DBL is a list of domain names with poor reputations. It is published in a domain DNSBL format. These domain reputations are calculated from many factors, and maintained in a database which in turn feeds the DBL zone itself.

How do I delist Spamhaus DBL?

To avoid getting on the Spamhaus DBL again, take the following steps:

  1. Check your infrastructure. Examine your domain configuration and sending sources.
  2. Verify your email acquisition sources.
  3. Act on complaints.
  4. Handle unsubscribes.
  5. Remove hard bounce and inactive emails.

How do you test for Spamhaus?

Test it in the “IP Removal” form on the Spamhaus website. This form queries all the most current Spamhaus zones. If it does not show up when using this form, the address is not listed in any Spamhaus DNSBL.

Is Spamhaus legitimate?

Spamhaus is an international authority on IP and domain reputation, founded in London in 1998. Their mission is to track malicious actors and threats, including spam-like activity, to make the internet safer for users.

How do you check if your IP is blacklisted?

Check the IP first in http://multirbl.valli.org/ and http://www.mxtoolbox.com. If found blacklisted, then de-list the IP.

How do I check if a domain is spam?

The Spam Blacklist Checker queries the following using the provided domain name or IP address to see if there are any matching results:

  1. bl.spamcop.net.
  2. sbl.spamhaus.org.
  3. xbl.spamhaus.org.
  4. zen.spamhaus.org.
  5. psbl.surriel.com.

Does Gmail use Spamhaus?

sbl.spamhaus.org – The Spamhaus Block List (SBL) is a database of email addresses which Spamhaus identifies as associated with spam. Gmail seems to utilize this list, and blacklisting on the SBL led to a 21% average decline in Gmail Inbox Placement Rate.

Why is my IP being blocked by Spamhaus?

Why Was My IP Address Blocklisted On Spamhaus? When an IP is noticeably sending spam, they are listed on blocklists, otherwise known as DNSBLs. These blocklists protect email users from opening potentially harmful spam sent from IP addresses displaying suspicious activity.

Why is my email blocked by Spamhaus?

Spamhaus is a popular organization that tracks spam, malware, etc. in the internet. When any mail server violates the mail policy by sending bulk mails, host malware or phishing pages, it gets added to Spamhaus block list. Unfortunately, Spamhaus listing does not provide any warnings or have a grace period.

How can I tell if my IP is blocked by firewall?

Check for Blocked Port using the Command Prompt

  1. Type cmd in the search bar.
  2. Right-click on the Command Prompt and select Run as Administrator.
  3. In the command prompt, type the following command and hit enter. netsh firewall show state.
  4. This will display all the blocked and active port configured in the firewall.

How do I know if my IP is clean?

To check your IP status or perform the IP blacklist lookup. Open the IP Blacklist & Email Blacklist Check Tool. Enter the URL, IP address, or the email server IP address whose status you want to check. Click on the “Check in Blacklists” button.

Where can I find the DBL in Spamhaus?

Spamhaus has servers located in China, to better serve our Chinese customers, but the DBL is not available on those servers. They are only used to answers queries relative to IP addresses (SBL, PBL, XBL).

What is the difference between Spamhaus PBL and DBL?

Similar to the Spamhaus PBL, the DBL has a monitored, automated, self-service removal system. DBL listings also expire automatically after domains disappear from common use, or as reputation factors change.

What is Spamhaus DQS?

Spamhaus Data Query Service (DQS) provides real-time access to a network of over 80 global Spamhaus mirrors (servers). It utilizes traditional DNS queries to ensure easy mail server configuration. Its users do not need to operate their own DNS servers. Some Spamhaus data sets are available exclusively via DQS.

What DNS resolver should I use with Spamhaus?

If you are using a free “open DNS resolver” service such as the Google Public DNS (8.8.8.8) in most cases they will return a “not listed” (NXDOMAIN) reply from Spamhaus’ public DNSBL servers. We recommend using your own DNS servers when doing DNSBL queries to Spamhaus.