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How to Change Your Transactional Email Sender Address

This guide will help you customize the sender email address for transactional emails sent from Frontify, such as invitations, notifications, and access requests.

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Overview

By default, transactional emails from Frontify are sent from no-reply@frontify.com. Enterprise accounts can customize this to use their own email address and "From" name to maintain brand consistency.

What you can customize:

  • Sender email address (e.g., brand@yourcompany.com)

  • "From" name (e.g., "Your Company Brand Team")

  • Reply-to email address (you can update this yourself at /whitelabel-email)


Setup Process

Step 1: Determine Your Email Details

Decide which email address and "From" name you want to use for transactional emails from Frontify. This should be an email address on a domain you control.

Step 2: Request Setup

Contact your Customer Success Manager to initiate the setup process. They will:

  • Submit an internal request to our Customer Support team

  • Inform you about the typical process timeline

  • Connect you with our Support team for implementation

Step 3: DNS Record Configuration

Our Customer Support team will provide you with DNS records that need to be added to your domain. This step requires involvement from your IT team, specifically the team that manages your DNS records/domain.

What records will be provided:

  • DKIM records (3 CNAME records) - These allow email providers to verify that emails are legitimately sent from your domain

  • Return-Path record (CNAME) - This helps with email deliverability

Step 4: IT Implementation

Your IT team will need to add the provided DNS records to your domain management system. Once complete, they should confirm with Frontify Support.

Step 5: Verification & Activation

After DNS records are verified, our team will:

  • Update the sender email address and "From" name in our system

  • Test the configuration to ensure emails are sending correctly

  • Notify you when the setup is complete


Alternative Option: Email Verification

If your IT team cannot configure DNS records, we offer an alternative email verification method:

How it works:

  • We add your chosen email address to our system for validation

  • You receive a verification email and click the confirmation link

  • Setup is complete

Important limitation: With this method, the sender address will show "via pm.mtasv.net" or similar in some email services like Gmail, which may appear less professional.


Security & Authentication

Email Security Standards

DKIM (DomainKeys Identified Mail) Frontify provides the necessary DNS records for DKIM signing. Once configured, all emails sent through our system will be properly authenticated.

DMARC (Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting & Conformance) Your IT team is responsible for setting your DMARC policy, as you control what happens with emails sent from your domain. We recommend configuring DMARC to reject emails that don't pass DKIM and SPF checks.

SPF (Sender Policy Framework) No additional SPF record is required from your side. The Return-Path of emails sent through our system already includes the necessary SPF configuration. However, if your email server has strict checking requirements, your IT team can add include:spf.mtasv.net to your SPF record.

Enhanced Security Option: Use a Subdomain

For additional security, consider setting up a dedicated subdomain for Frontify emails (e.g., brand@frontify.yourcompany.com). This approach:

  • Separates Frontify emails from your main corporate domain

  • Protects your primary domain's email reputation

  • Allows for easier filtering and management


Frequently Asked Questions

Can I set this up without involving IT?

The email verification method doesn't require DNS configuration, but we strongly recommend the DNS verification method for better deliverability and professional appearance.

What if DNS records are already in use?

DKIM records use "selectors" which allow multiple DKIM records for different services on the same domain. Your IT team can safely add our records alongside existing ones.

Will this affect other emails sent from our domain?

No. The DNS records only authorize Frontify to send emails on behalf of your domain. They don't affect other email services you use.

How long does setup take?

Once your IT team adds the DNS records, verification is typically immediate. The entire process usually takes a few days depending on your IT team's availability.

Can I change the sender email later?

Yes, as long as you're using the same verified domain. If you need to change to a different domain, the DNS verification process will need to be repeated.


Need Help?

If you have questions about this process or need assistance, please contact your Customer Success Manager or reach out to our Support team.

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