Free BIMI Record Checker — Verify Brand Indicators for Message Identification
Check if your domain has a valid BIMI record. See your brand logo URL, raw TXT record, and status — used by Gmail, Apple Mail, and Yahoo to display verified sender logos in the inbox.
Why BIMI Matters for Email Brand Trust
What This BIMI Checker Returns
We query the default._bimi DNS TXT record and return full details including logo URL extraction.
Common BIMI Use Cases
BIMI is increasingly important for enterprise email brands. Here is when you need to verify it.
Brand setup — verify BIMI is live after DNS publishing your default._bimi TXT record
Logo URL audit — confirm the SVG hosted at the l= URL is accessible and correct
DMARC prerequisite check — BIMI only works with DMARC at quarantine or reject
Post-ESP migration — verify BIMI record survived domain transfer or DNS changes
Deliverability audit — include BIMI status in full email infrastructure health checks
Compliance — verify BIMI and VMC requirements for regulated industry senders
How to Read BIMI Results
Understanding the result helps you fix BIMI configuration issues before they affect inbox rendering.
Check the Status Badge
Valid means the BIMI record was found and the logo URL was extracted. Not Found means no record exists at default._bimi. Invalid means the record has structural errors.
Review the Raw Record
The raw TXT record shows the full BIMI entry starting with v=BIMI1. Confirm the l= tag contains your SVG logo URL and the a= tag (VMC) is present if required.
Verify the Logo URL
The logo URL must serve a valid SVG Tiny PS file over HTTPS. Test it directly in your browser. Gmail and Yahoo reject logos that are not accessible or not in the correct SVG format.
Check DMARC Prerequisite
BIMI only renders in Gmail if your domain has DMARC with p=quarantine or p=reject. Run the DMARC checker to confirm your policy is set correctly before troubleshooting BIMI further.
Who Uses BIMI Checker
BIMI verification is used by email marketers, deliverability specialists, and brand teams.
Email marketers verifying brand logo appears in Gmail and Apple Mail inboxes
Deliverability specialists auditing BIMI as part of email infrastructure checks
Brand managers confirming logo URL is live and resolves correctly
IT administrators setting up BIMI for the first time and verifying the record
Email agencies auditing client domain configurations for brand compliance
Frequently Asked Questions
What is BIMI?
BIMI (Brand Indicators for Message Identification) is an email standard that allows organizations to display their brand logo next to authenticated emails in supported inboxes like Gmail, Apple Mail, and Yahoo Mail.
What DNS record does BIMI use?
BIMI uses a TXT record published at default._bimi.yourdomain.com. The record starts with v=BIMI1 and includes the l= tag pointing to your hosted SVG logo URL.
Does BIMI require DMARC?
Yes. Gmail requires a DMARC policy of p=quarantine or p=reject before it will display your BIMI logo. A p=none policy will not activate BIMI logo display in Gmail.
What logo format does BIMI require?
BIMI requires an SVG Tiny PS (Portable/Secure) file served over HTTPS. Standard SVG files are not accepted by Gmail — the file must conform to the SVG Tiny PS specification.
What is a VMC certificate and do I need one?
A Verified Mark Certificate (VMC) is a digital certificate from a certification authority that links your brand logo to your domain. Gmail requires a VMC or an equivalent Common Mark Certificate (CMC). Yahoo and Apple Mail do not currently require VMC.
Why is my BIMI record valid but no logo shows in Gmail?
Gmail requires a valid VMC or CMC certificate linked via the a= tag in your BIMI record. Without this certificate, Gmail will not display the logo even if the BIMI TXT record is correctly formed.
Can I have multiple BIMI records?
No. Only one BIMI TXT record is allowed at default._bimi.yourdomain.com. Multiple records cause a validation failure.
Does this tool store the domains I check?
No. All DNS lookups are performed in real time without retaining any domain data after the query completes.