SpamAssassin rule
T_SPF_TEMPERROR
SPF lookup error
+0.01 points
Header test
What T_SPF_TEMPERROR means
The SPF record could not be evaluated because of a temporary DNS error.
The rule's description in SpamAssassin: “SPF: test of record failed (temperror)”
How to fix it
Check that the domain's DNS servers answer reliably and that the SPF record does not include domains that time out.
This rule adds almost nothing to the score by itself. It matters only together with other rules.
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Frequently asked questions
What does T_SPF_TEMPERROR mean?
The SPF record could not be evaluated because of a temporary DNS error.
How do I fix T_SPF_TEMPERROR?
Check that the domain's DNS servers answer reliably and that the SPF record does not include domains that time out.
How many points does T_SPF_TEMPERROR add?
0.01 points in the default SpamAssassin ruleset (network tests on, Bayes off). A message is treated as spam from 5.0 points. Mail servers can change scores locally.