Monitoring Periods
Waiting periods between progression steps
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DMARC Progression
Monitoring Periods
Between each policy progression, DMARC Busta enforces a monitoring period. This waiting time ensures that changes are stable before moving forward.
Volume-Based Progression Strategies
DMARC Busta automatically selects a progression strategy based on your domain's email volume:
| Volume | Strategy | Time to Reject |
|---|---|---|
| Parked (0 emails) | Immediate | Same day |
| Low (< 500/month) | Aggressive | ~14 days |
| Moderate (500-5,000/month) | Moderate | ~45 days |
| High (5,000+/month) | Conservative | ~90 days |
Default Periods
| Transition | Default Period |
|---|---|
| Policy change (none → quarantine, etc.) | 30 days |
| pct increase (10% → 25%, etc.) | 7 days |
Customizing Periods
You can adjust monitoring periods in DMARC Progression Settings:
- Navigate to Settings → DMARC Progression
- Adjust the default monitoring days
- Optionally set per-domain overrides
Don't Rush!
Shorter monitoring periods increase risk. If legitimate email is blocked, it can take days to resolve. The default 30-day monitoring period is recommended for most organizations, though low-volume domains can safely progress faster.