Mail Spoof Test Calculator

Measure spoofing risk, validate email controls, and prioritize remediation. Enter policy and alignment values securely. Get fast results with clear visual scoring and exports.

Calculator Inputs

Use this form to estimate domain spoof resistance from authentication, alignment, enforcement, and control hygiene.

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Example Data Table

This example shows a sample domain profile and the expected scoring pattern.

Field Example Value Reason
Domainexample.comReference test domain.
Daily Email Volume50,000Moderate transactional and marketing traffic.
SPF StatusPassAuthorized sender list is valid.
DKIM StatusPassMessages are signed correctly.
DMARC PolicyQuarantine at 100%Policy is enforced for all mail.
SPF AlignmentRelaxedPartial alignment still allows some flexibility.
DKIM AlignmentStrictSigned domain fully matches visible sender.
ARC EnabledYesHelps preserve trust through forwarding chains.
Third-Party Senders4Vendor footprint exists but is manageable.
Recent Incidents1Some exposure remains.
Expected Protection Score≈ 86.2Strong defensive posture.
Expected Spoof Risk Index≈ 13.8Low residual spoof exposure.

Formula Used

Protection Score = Σ(Factor Score × Weight) ÷ 100

Spoof Risk Index = 100 − Protection Score

Policy Strength = DMARC Policy Base × Enforcement Percentage

Risk-Adjusted Mail Surface = Daily Email Volume × Spoof Risk Index ÷ 100

The calculator converts each control into a normalized factor score from 0 to 100, then applies weighted importance. Authentication and enforcement receive the largest weights because they most directly affect sender validation and policy action.

Factor Weight Scoring Logic
SPF Authentication12%Pass scores highest. Missing or fail scores lowest.
DKIM Authentication12%Pass is strongest. Partial signing reduces score.
DMARC Enforcement14%Reject beats quarantine. Both scale by pct value.
SPF and DKIM Alignment20%Strict scores highest. Relaxed is partial. None is weakest.
ARC and Forwarding11%Improves resilience when messages traverse intermediaries.
Third-Party Sender Control7%More senders increase drift and governance risk.
Incidents and Monitoring13%Recent abuse lowers score. Frequent review raises score.
Hygiene Controls11%DNS freshness, lookalike monitoring, BIMI, and VIP protection.

How to Use This Calculator

  1. Enter your domain and daily mail volume.
  2. Select current SPF, DKIM, and DMARC conditions.
  3. Set alignment strictness and DMARC enforcement percentage.
  4. Indicate whether ARC, BIMI, and forwarding controls exist.
  5. Add operational values, including vendors, incidents, and review age.
  6. Submit the form to generate scores, a factor table, actions, and a graph.
  7. Use CSV or PDF export to share the assessment with stakeholders.

FAQs

1) What does this calculator measure?

It estimates how resistant a domain is to sender spoofing by scoring authentication, alignment, enforcement, monitoring, and hygiene controls. It is a planning tool, not a live relay or attack platform.

2) Does this tool send real test messages?

No. It does not send mail, probe inboxes, or touch third-party systems. It only calculates a defensive score from the values you provide.

3) Why is DMARC weighted heavily?

DMARC converts authentication outcomes into policy action. Without meaningful enforcement, spoofed messages may still reach recipients even when SPF or DKIM data exists.

4) Why do alignment settings matter?

Alignment checks whether authenticated domains match the visible sender identity. Strict alignment reduces the chance that technically authenticated but misleading mail is accepted.

5) What is risk-adjusted mail surface?

It is a relative exposure indicator based on daily message volume and spoof risk index. Higher traffic can magnify the operational impact of weak controls.

6) Why do third-party senders reduce the score?

Each additional platform increases the chance of record drift, signing inconsistency, or undocumented sending paths. Strong governance keeps that risk lower.

7) Can a high score guarantee no spoofing?

No. A high score improves resistance, but no single configuration guarantees zero abuse. Continuous monitoring and policy maintenance remain necessary.

8) How often should I review my settings?

Review after vendor changes, DNS updates, branding events, executive turnover, or any phishing surge. Weekly or daily review usually provides better visibility than monthly checks.

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