Implementation Guide
Please check back frequently for changes and updates. Future BIMI programs may require BIMI certificates.
Note:
- These steps and resources are not final and will be updated as new information becomes available.
- Each participating mailbox provider has their own criteria for determining when a domain’s BIMI logo may be displayed. Please see the Senders FAQ for more guidance.
- To view BIMI adoption status by mailbox provider, visit this BIMI Group infographic
Step 1
Authenticate all of your organization’s emails with SPF, DKIM and DMARC – ensure all are aligned
- DMARC policy must be at enforcement – either “p=quarantine” or “p=reject” on the organizational domain
- No sp=none or pct<100
- Need DMARC Help? Head over to DMARC.org for the latest information
Step 2
Produce an SVG Tiny PS version of your official logo
- Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) Tiny PS Specification
- Read more about the SVG tools available to help
- More information on creating your SVG image
Step 3
Publish a BIMI record for your domain in DNS
a= tag is currently optional
- default._bimi.[domain] IN TXT “v=BIMI1; l=[SVG URL]; a=[PEM URL]
- Validate or create your BIMI record with the BIMI Inspector