BIMI lookup
Confirm your brand logo and VMC are published for inbox display.
A BIMI record check inspects the DNS TXT record that tells inbox providers where to find your brand logo and, optionally, your Verified Mark Certificate. The tool reports whether the record exists, points to a reachable SVG logo, and references a valid VMC where required. A correct setup is what allows supporting mailbox providers to display your logo next to authenticated messages, reinforcing trust. Because BIMI depends on DMARC and external asset links staying healthy, SJ Monitor can track the record over time and warn you if it breaks.
Frequently asked questions
What do I need before BIMI works?
BIMI requires an enforced DMARC policy, a properly formatted SVG logo, and for many providers a Verified Mark Certificate. Missing any of these prevents your logo from showing.
Why isn't my logo appearing despite a valid record?
Display also depends on DMARC enforcement, provider support, and message authentication passing, so a valid record alone is not always enough.
Can SJ Monitor tell me if my BIMI record changes?
Yes. Continuous monitoring snapshots the record and alerts you if it is altered, removed, or its logo and VMC links become unreachable.
Why does BIMI require a specific SVG format?
BIMI mandates the SVG Tiny Portable/Secure (SVG P/S) profile — a restricted, scriptless subset — so logos render safely and consistently. A normal SVG export usually needs converting to this profile first.
Do I really need a Verified Mark Certificate?
Several major mailbox providers, including Gmail, require a VMC (or a Common Mark Certificate for some registered marks) before they display your logo. Without it, a valid BIMI record may still show nothing.
Where is the BIMI record published?
As a TXT record at default._bimi.yourdomain.com (default is the standard selector). It points to the SVG logo via l= and, where used, the VMC via a= .
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