⚠️ High Priority
AWS SES Emails Going to Spam: Recover Inbox Placement
Your AWS SES emails are being delivered to spam folders
Fix within 24-48 hours.
Check AWS SES configuration:
1
Verify DMARC/SPF/DKIM in CloudWatch
2
Check bounce/complaint metrics
3
Review list quality
What Could Be Causing This?
Authentication Failures
Most CommonInboxEagle Detects This ✓
SPF/DKIM/DMARC issues cause spam placement.
How to confirm:
Check CloudWatch or DNS records.
Poor Sender Reputation
Most CommonInboxEagle Detects This ✓
High bounces/complaints reduce inbox placement.
How to confirm:
Check CloudWatch metrics.
Fix Playbook
Step 1: Fix Authentication & Improve List Quality
DaysImpact: High
- Verify DMARC/SPF/DKIM setup
- Remove bounced addresses
- Focus on engaged subscribers
- Monitor CloudWatch metrics
AWS SES-Specific Note:
AWS SES tracks metrics in CloudWatch; configure SNS for bounce/complaint notifications.
Prevention Checklist
- Monitor CloudWatch metrics
- Validate lists before sending
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Does AWS SES provide spam placement warnings?
AWS SES tracks bounces and complaints but not placement; use third-party tools for inbox monitoring.