How we verify emails
When we verify emails with our service, we use a smart process to make sure your emails are valid and can be delivered. We run more than 21 detailed checks on each email address, using advanced AI technologies.
This clever method not only finds common mistakes but also checks if the email is real and can reach the right inbox. Our system keeps getting better, learning from each check to improve accuracy. This makes it a must-have tool for anyone who needs dependable and effective email communication.
Domain & DNS check
Confirms that email addresses point to valid, active domain name.
Mail Exchanger (MX) test
Detects email addresses that don’t have a valid mail exchanger.
DNS A record test
Some emails can be delivered even when mail exchanger (MX) is not defined.
Syntax Validation
Checks each email address against universal formatting standards.
Catch-all detection
Identifies mail exchangers that accept all emails to their domain, including fake, false or non-existing ones.
Role Account Detection
Highlights common role accounts, which are generic addresses often not belonging to real person.
Disposable Email Check
Identifies temporary addresses created by known disposable email providers (EmailOnDeck, YOPmail, ...).
Free Email Detection
Want to avoid free email providers from your mailings? We flag them for you so you can easily filter them out.
Suspected Bounce
We mark down the email address that bounced in our SMTP relay service before.
Unusual Name Detection
Identifies unusual user name (name before @ sign).
Duplicates removal
Identifies duplicate email addresses so that you don't pay twice to verify the same address.
Automated Email Scoring
Each verified email address receives a sending score.
Improve deliverability of your next campaign
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Up to 25% of emails in your existing email list may be bad.
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Guaranteed 99% delivery rate with your verified email list.
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Protect your sender reputation and reduce your bounce rate.
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Save money on email marketing.
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Increase ROI of your email campaigns
Email Verification FAQ
What is email verification?
Email verification is a process that checks if an email address is real and can receive messages. Before sending an email, verification helps to make sure the address is correct and belongs to a real person. This process can prevent sending emails to wrong or fake addresses, reducing the chance of bouncing back. It helps keep email lists clean and makes sure that important messages reach the right people.
How does email verification work?
Email verification works by checking if an email address is valid and exists. First, it checks the format to make sure it follows the standard email rules. Then, it verifies the domain (like gmail.com) to see if it’s active. Finally, it connects to the email server to check if the specific email address can receive emails. Some services even send a test email to confirm. This way, email verification helps avoid sending messages to wrong or fake addresses, ensuring emails reach real people.
Why is email verification important?
Email verification is important because it ensures that your emails reach real people. It helps keep your email list clean by removing fake or incorrect addresses, which reduces the chance of emails bouncing back. This improves your email delivery rates and protects your sender reputation. Plus, verified emails mean you’re reaching genuine users who are more likely to engage with your content, making your email campaigns more effective. Overall, email verification saves time, improves communication, and helps maintain a good relationship with your audience.
How to do email verification?
To do email verification, start by creating a free account. You can upgrade to a paid plan later if needed. Once your account is set up, you can verify emails in two ways: by checking a single email address or by uploading a list of addresses in a CSV or TXT file. The service will process the addresses and give you the verification results, showing which emails are valid and which are not. This helps you clean up your email list and ensures your messages reach the right people.
How to implement email verification?
Sign up for an account and integrate the service with your website or application using our email verification API. When users sign up or enter their email address, your system will send the email to our email verification service. The service will quickly check the email's format, domain, and server to ensure it’s valid. You can then get the results and decide if the email should be accepted or rejected. This integration helps keep your email list clean and ensures you’re only collecting valid email addresses.
What are the current best practices for email verification?
Current best practices for email verification include using a trusted email verification service to regularly clean your email list. Always verify email addresses at the point of entry, like during sign-up or before sending out campaigns. Use double opt-in, where users confirm their email address by clicking a link in a confirmation email, to ensure accuracy. Monitor your email bounce rates and remove invalid addresses promptly. Protect user data by complying with privacy regulations. These practices help maintain a healthy email list, improve deliverability, and ensure your emails reach real and engaged users.
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