Definition
Very new domains often face stricter filtering until they build history. Age alone is weak, but it matters when reputation data is sparse.
Best Practices
- Register sending domains well before you need them.
- Build domain history with engaged, low-risk sends.
- Authenticate fully and monitor from the start.
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Frequently Asked Questions
It is a minor signal; newer domains often need more warming.
Older domains carry more trust, but content and engagement matter more.
Possible, but history can include baggage; build your own is safer.