This article is meant for those who already successfully registered a domain with Bluehost.
How to add a domain to MailerLite
Head to the Account settings page and click the Domains tab.
Under Sending domains, click Add domain.
To verify that you are adding a domain that you own, enter an email address that includes your paid domain, which will be used to send campaigns.
Click Save.
5. Check your inbox for the verification email and follow the steps to verify the email address.
6. Once the domain has been added, click on the Authenticate button. A window will appear containing Name and Value fields of your DKIM and SPF records. Keep this page open, so you can copy the field values later.
How to access the DNS zone page in Bluehost
Log in to the Bluehost dashboard and select a domain.
Navigate to Domains.
Select the domain you are trying to connect to be taken to the domain settings page.
Scroll down to Advanced Tools.
Click Manage next to Advanced DNS Records.
How to add the DKIM record
Click + Add record.
Select the type as CNAME.
In the Refers to field, select Other Host.
In the below field, enter litesrv._domainkey (leaving out your domain).
In the Alias to box, enter litesrv._domainkey.mlsend.com.
Click Add.
How to add the SPF record
Within the same DNS page, click + Add record again.
Select the TXT type.
In the Refers to field, enter @
In the TXT Value box, paste the SPF Value text that is given to you in your MailerLite account.
Adjust the TTL to 15 minutes.
Click Add.
Head back to your MailerLite Domains page and click on the green Check DNS records button on the domain authentication window. Once both records are approved, your new domain will be displayed as Authenticated ✅.
🛠️ Need help? For solutions to common issues, check our guide Troubleshooting: Domain authentication.
Please note: If you have any questions, we encourage reaching out directly to the support team of your hosting provider for better assistance.