Switching from Fortra’s Agari to Red Sift OnDMARC is straightforward. This guide outlines the key steps to ensure a smooth transition, focusing on migrating DMARC, SPF, and DKIM records without impacting email security or deliverability.
Please note: This guide covers the process of migrating from Hosted Forta/Agari to Hosted OnDMARC. For Forta/Agari customers who are not using Hosted services and prefer not to use Hosted with Red Sift either, the migration process is even simpler. In such cases, you only need to update your DMARC record, ensuring there is no interruption to service or email flow.
Why choose Red Sift OnDMARC over Agari?
Streamlined email security management that reduces complexity and errors
Red Sift OnDMARC consolidates DMARC, SPF, DKIM, MTA-STS, and BIMI records into a single platform, significantly reducing the complexity of managing email security across multiple systems. With a one-time change to the DNS, these protocols can all be managed out of OnDMARC’s UI giving users full control and autonomy.
Discover spoofing attacks you didn’t know about
OnDMARC’s automated subdomain discovery ensures that every domain and subdomain sending email is protected, closing gaps that attackers could exploit. OnDMARC also provides a unified view of your email security posture for executive reporting and compliance, alongside detailed subdomain-level insights for managing individual policies and troubleshooting.
Stop email security threats that bypass DMARC
Red Sift OnDMARC is the only DMARC application that secures the foundation DMARC relies on – DNS. By continuously monitoring for misconfigurations and forgotten records in DNS, OnDMARC ensures that email authentication remains effective and that gaps attackers might exploit are closed before they become issues.
Reduce manual tasks and free up the team with the help of AI
OnDMARC’s LLM-powered assistant cuts down on manual tasks and gives security teams immediate, actionable insights to address email security issues. Real-time alerts flag misconfigurations, authentication issues, and unusual activity right away, so teams can respond faster.
Get DMARC implemented faster with dedicated, hands-on support
OnDMARC provides dedicated, hands-on support throughout the setup and implementation process, with an expert Customer Success team available every step of the way. From initial configuration to ongoing adjustments, the team helps streamline the adoption of DMARC.
Step-by-step guide to migrating from Agari DMARC Protection to Red Sift OnDMARC
Step 1: Add domains to Red Sift OnDMARC
Action: Migrate all domains from your Agari setup into OnDMARC.
Step 2: Enable Dynamic Services in Red Sift OnDMARC
Dynamic Services automatically updates your DNS records as your email authentication requirements evolve without manual changes to the DNS, reducing the risk of downtime when changes are needed. It is optional to use Dynamic Services, but recommended for the most efficient implementation.
Step 3: Update DMARC records in DNS
Action: Update the DNS configuration to complete the transition from Agari to OnDMARC for DMARC enforcement.
Step 4: Migrate SPF records from Agari to Red Sift OnDMARC
SPF records define which email servers are authorized to send on behalf of your domain. Migrating your SPF setup from Agari involves identifying and documenting all authorized senders.
Action 1: Document senders in Agari
Action 2: Add senders to OnDMARC
Step 5: Migrate DKIM records from Agari to Red Sift OnDMARC
DKIM (DomainKeys Identified Mail) helps verify the authenticity of your email by using cryptographic signatures. Migrating DKIM records ensures the integrity of your outbound emails is preserved.
Action 1: Document DKIM Selectors in Agari
Action 2: Add DKIM Selectors to OnDMARC
Step 6: Monitoring and final steps
Once the migration is complete, OnDMARC’s reporting tools will give you full visibility into the effectiveness of your new DMARC, SPF, and DKIM configurations. You’ll be able to monitor how your policies perform in real-time, ensuring complete enforcement and improved email security.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1) How long does the migration take?
Migration times vary based on the number of domains and records you manage, and the number of Agari hosted records you are using, but most migrations can be completed in a few hours.
2) What happens if I miss documenting senders or DKIM selectors?
OnDMARC’s diagnostics will alert you to any missing or unassigned senders or DKIM selectors, allowing you to address them quickly.
3) Will there be email delivery disruptions during the migration?
No significant disruptions should occur as long as DNS updates are made promptly. OnDMARC will take over the management seamlessly once records are updated.
4) How can I get help if I need it?
Our Red Sift team is always happy to support your migration journey. Drop us a line and we are happy to get you the help you need.
