--- title: "Gaining DMARC Visibility the Right Way | DMARC Report" description: "DMARC visibility strengthens email security and authentication by facilitating domain owners with information required to manage domain reputation and aids in." image: "https://dmarcreport.com/og/blog/gaining-dmarc-visibility-the-right-way.png" canonical: "https://dmarcreport.com/blog/gaining-dmarc-visibility-the-right-way/" --- Quick Answer \[DMARC\](https://dmarcreport.com/) visibility strengthens email security and authentication by facilitating domain owners with information required to manage \[domain reputation\](https://support.dmarcreport.com/support/solutions/articles/5000882476-improving-domain-reputation-using-dmarc) and aids in the identification of \[fraudulent emails\](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/dontgetscammed/expert-opinion/protecting-your-finances-tips-to-safely-open-emails-and-avoid-banking-frauds/articleshow/104842847.cms) sent from your domain. These insights are gained by monitoring DMARC reports and hosting DMARC services. 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[ Check DMARC Record → ](/tools/dmarc-checker/) [DMARC](https://dmarcreport.com/) visibility strengthens email security and authentication by facilitating domain owners with information required to manage [domain reputation](https://support.dmarcreport.com/support/solutions/articles/5000882476-improving-domain-reputation-using-dmarc) and aids in the identification of [fraudulent emails](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/dontgetscammed/expert-opinion/protecting-your-finances-tips-to-safely-open-emails-and-avoid-banking-frauds/articleshow/104842847.cms) sent from your domain. These insights are gained by monitoring DMARC reports and **hosting DMARC services**. > The organizations that invest in email authentication early save themselves from expensive incidents later, says Vasile Diaconu, Operations Lead at DuoCircle. We see the pattern constantly: a domain gets spoofed, customers lose trust, and the remediation effort costs 10x what proactive DMARC setup would have cost. DMARC ([RFC 7489](https://datatracker.ietf.org/doc/html/rfc7489)) ties SPF and DKIM together by requiring alignment between the envelope sender and the visible `From` header. According to Google’s February 2024 bulk sender requirements, a DMARC policy of at least `p=none` is now mandatory for any domain sending 5,000+ messages per day to Gmail users. In 2022, more than [27%](https://www.statista.com/statistics/420442/organizations-most-affected-by-phishing-by-industry/#:~:text=In%202022%2C%20delivery%20services%20saw,attacks%20directed%20to%20these%20industries.) of \*\*global phishing attacks \*\*were targeted towards delivery services, which concluded it as the most targeted industry by phishing. Online stores, and banks & payment systems were targets of 15 and 10% of phishing attacks , respectively. These statistics fuel the need for robust [email security](https://dmarcreport.com/blog/why-email-security-matters-and-how-to-get-it-right/) systems in place, but more than that, they underscore the necessity of monitoring the protocols post their deployment. _This exercise ensures that only official sending sources are allowed to dispatch messages on your company’s behalf_. Official sending sources include email addresses, IP addresses, and mail servers belonging to employees, **third-party SaaS providers**, board members, CXOs, etc. ![Fraudulent emails](https://media.mailhop.org/dmarcreport/images/2023/11/fraudulent-emails-7616.jpg) ## Gaining DMARC Visibility Phishing attacks have been rising consistently, and to back it up, [Deloitte issued a press release](https://www2.deloitte.com/my/en/pages/risk/articles/91-percent-of-all-cyber-attacks-begin-with-a-phishing-email-to-an-unexpected-victim.html) reflecting how 91% of all cyber-attacks are extensions of \*\*phishing emails sent to an unexpected victim. So, as brand owners, you must take care of the following to avoid unanticipated exploitation of security vulnerabilities by threat actors. As of 2025, DMARC is mandatory under multiple compliance frameworks. [CISA BOD 18-01](https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/directives/bod-18-01) requires p=reject for US federal domains. [PCI DSS v4.0](https://www.pcisecuritystandards.org/) mandates DMARC for organizations processing payment card data as of March 2025\. Google and Yahoo require DMARC for bulk senders (5,000+ messages/day) since February 2024, and [Microsoft began rejecting](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/defender-office-365/email-authentication-dmarc-configure) non-compliant email in May 2025\. The UK [NCSC](https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/collection/email-security-and-anti-spoofing), Australia’s [ASD](https://www.cyber.gov.au/resources-business-and-government/essential-cyber-security/ism/cyber-security-guidelines/guidelines-email), and Canada’s [CCCS](https://www.cyber.gc.ca/en/guidance/implementation-guidance-email-domain-protection) all mandate DMARC for government domains. Cyber insurers increasingly require DMARC enforcement as an underwriting condition. ## 1\. Email Header Analysis Email headers include hidden details about the sender, recipient, subject, date, [email authentication](https://dmarcreport.com/blog/why-email-security-matters-and-how-to-get-it-right/) status, deliverability status, alignment issues, etc. You usually don’t come across these in your email client; however, email headers play a pivotal role in how emails are delivered. You may find it challenging to parse the original raw file for your email headers, but you can use online tools to convert them into an **easy-to-understand format**. The practice of analyzing email headers gives you the headstart to detect, analyze, and investigate email headers for compliance with authentication protocols\*\*. Using special tools for the analysis makes the process faster and easier. ## How Does an Email Header Analysis Tool Work? A general [email header analyzer](https://dnschecker.org/email-header-analyzer.php) typically operates as follows: ## Header Extraction _The foremost step is to retrieve the header section of an email, as it’s typically hidden from the recipient_. Here, all the specific details are mentioned. ## IP Address Extraction Up next, the tool identifies and extracts \*\*IP addresses in the email header to evaluate the email source, as [hackers tend to spoof them to dispatch fake emails](https://thehackernews.com/2022/03/hackers-hijack-email-reply-chains-on.html). ## Parsing and Coding The tool parses the email header content, followed by \*\*decoding any encoded or formatted data to ensure the report is easily digestible. ![Dmarc report1364](https://media.mailhop.org/dmarcreport/images/2023/11/dmarc-report1364.jpg) ## SPF, DKIM, and DMARC Analysis These three \*\*email protocols \*\*together fortify email-based cyber menaces , and the tool performs checks on their records. _The authenticity test verifies that the message hasn’t been altered in transit_. ## Field Analysis All the [email header](https://www.hostinger.in/tutorials/email-headers/) field (like the sender’s email address, name, subject, etc.) is examined \*\*individually to collect data. ## Output and Analysis Lastly, the information is laid down in a report in an \*\*easy-to-comprehend format so that readers can interpret and understand the email’s origin, potential authenticity, etc. ## 2\. DMARC Report Monitoring [DMARC report monitoring](https://dmarcreport.com/use-dmarcreports-to-monitor-your-domains/) refers to the practice of receiving aggregate and forensic reports, followed by their deep analysis to identify vulnerabilities or fraudulent emails sent from your domain. You start receiving [DMARC aggregate reports](https://dmarcreport.com/dmarc-aggregate-reports/) when you add the \*\*rua tag to your [DMARC record](https://dmarcreport.com/dmarc-record/) to mention the email address where these reports should be delivered. [RUA](https://dmarcreport.com/dmarc-report/) or aggregate reports give insights on the volume and disposition of messages dispatched on behalf of your company, giving details about authentication successes and failures. You gain \*\*DMARC visibility by monitoring the overall health of your email practices, which allows you to adjust email security strategies as and when required. On the other hand, you need to add the \*\*ruf tag to start receiving [DMARC forensic reports](https://dmarcreport.com/dmarc-forensic-report/) on the mentioned email address. _RUF or forensic reports offer revelation about the emails that failed authentication checks, thus allowing domain owners to conduct a thorough investigation into the nature of the unauthorized use_. These reports support organizations in identifying the specific characteristics of phishing attempts or **malicious activities**. Both [aggregate and forensic reports](https://dmarcreport.com/blog/why-is-rua-important-for-monitoring-email-authentication-issues/) play a crucial role in \*\*enhancing email security by providing organizations with actionable insights. By leveraging these reports, organizations can proactively address vulnerabilities, prevent email spoofing, and protect their stakeholders from [falling victim to phishing attacks](https://www.scmagazine.com/news/silent-ransom-group-ramps-up-callback-phishing-attacks). The comprehensive understanding offered by DMARC reports empowers organizations to fine-tune their email authentication policies, fostering a more secure and trustworthy email communication environment. ## We Make Reporting Easier! We at [DMARC Report](https://dmarcreport.com/blog/how-to-read-dmarc-reports-guide-2026/) offer DMARC monitoring and reporting services to empower you to take full control over your email-sending domain. \*\*Real-time reports warn you about unauthorized changes made to your \*\*DNS configuration and notify you of emails that fail authentication checks at the receivers’ ends. What’s best is that we deliver all these reports straight to your inbox so you don’t have to log in to any complicated-interfaced portals . Reach out to us today to get started! ## Sources - [CISA Binding Operational Directive 18-01](https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/directives/bod-18-01) - [Microsoft Outlook DMARC Enforcement May 2025](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/defender-office-365/email-authentication-dmarc-configure) (2025) - [PCI DSS v4.0 - DMARC Requirement](https://www.pcisecuritystandards.org/) (2025) - [RFC 7489 - Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance (DMARC)](https://datatracker.ietf.org/doc/html/rfc7489) ## Topics [ DMARC ](/tags/dmarc/)[ dmarc record policy ](/tags/dmarc-record-policy/)[ email security ](/tags/email-security/) ![Brad Slavin](https://media.mailhop.org/dmarcreport/images/team/brad-slavin.jpg) [ Brad Slavin ](/authors/brad-slavin/) General Manager Founder and General Manager of DuoCircle. Product strategy and commercial lead for DMARC Report's 2,000+ customer base. [LinkedIn Profile →](https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradslavin) ## Take control of your DMARC reports Turn raw XML into actionable dashboards. Start free - no credit card required. [Start Free Trial](https://app.dmarcreport.com/) [Check Your DMARC Record](/tools/dmarc-checker/) ## Related Articles [ Foundational 4m Microsoft Announces New DMARC Policy Handling Defaults for Enhanced Email Security Aug 11, 2023 ](/blog/microsoft-announces-new-dmarc-policy-handling-defaults-for-enhanced-email-security/)[ Foundational 8m 10 Critical Learnings From Verizon’s 2021 DBIR - A DMARCReport Perspective Nov 25, 2025 ](/blog/10-critical-learnings-from-verizons-2021-dbir-a-dmarcreport-perspective/)[ Foundational 12m 10 DNS Blacklist Insights That Improve Email Security And Deliverability Fast Nov 14, 2025 ](/blog/10-dns-blacklist-insights-to-improve-email-security-and-deliverability/)[ Foundational 12m 10 Email Spoofing Detection Tools That Dramatically Improve Brand Protection Nov 11, 2025 ](/blog/10-email-spoofing-detection-tools-that-dramatically-improve-brand-protection/) ```json {"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"Organization","@id":"https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q138898167","name":"DMARC Report","url":"https://dmarcreport.com","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https://dmarcreport.com/images/dmarcreport-logo.png"},"description":"DMARC reporting and email authentication management. 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