BEACON - Managed DMARC Service

Professional DMARC Management for South African Businesses
We configure, monitor, and manage your email authentication so you don't have to.
Protect your domain from spoofing and ensure email deliverability - without the technical complexity.

Understanding Email Spoofing & DMARC

The Email Spoofing Problem

Every day, criminals send millions of fake emails pretending to be from legitimate businesses. They use YOUR domain name to trick your customers, suppliers, and partners into revealing passwords, paying fake invoices, or installing malware. This is called email spoofing.

The Shocking Reality Anyone can send an email that appears to come from your domain. Right now, criminals could be using your company's email domain to scam your customers - and you wouldn't even know it.

🏠 Think of it Like Your Home Address

Imagine if anyone could send letters using your home address as the return address. Recipients would think the letters came from you, even though you never sent them. That's exactly what happens with email spoofing - criminals "borrow" your email domain to send fake emails.

DMARC is like a verification system that proves letters actually came from your house. It tells receiving mail servers: "If an email claims to be from us but doesn't have our special seal, reject it!"

What is DMARC?

DMARC (Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting & Conformance) is an email authentication protocol that protects your domain from unauthorised use. It works alongside two other protocols:

The Three Pillars of Email Authentication

SPF (Sender Policy Framework) - Lists which servers are allowed to send email for your domain
DKIM (DomainKeys Identified Mail) - Adds a digital signature to prove emails haven't been tampered with
DMARC - Tells receiving servers what to do with emails that fail SPF or DKIM checks

Why Your Business Needs DMARC

80% of SA businesses lack DMARC protection

220% increase in email fraud (2024)

R2.8bn lost to email fraud annually in SA

91% of cyberattacks start with email

Without DMARC, You Risk:

Brand Damage - Customers lose trust when they receive scam emails from "your" domain
Financial Loss - Suppliers pay fraudulent invoices sent from spoofed emails
Legal Issues - POPIA requires appropriate security measures
Email Deliverability Problems - Your legitimate emails may be marked as spam
No Visibility - You don't know who's sending email using your domain

With DMARC, You Get:

Domain Protection - Stop criminals from spoofing your email domain
Improved Deliverability - Your legitimate emails reach the inbox
Visibility - See all email sent using your domain
Compliance - Meet POPIA email security requirements
Customer Trust - Protect your brand reputation

How DMARC Works

🔐 The Email Authentication Process

When someone sends an email claiming to be from your domain:

SPF Check - "Is this email coming from an authorised server?"
DKIM Check - "Does this email have a valid digital signature?"
DMARC Check - "Do the SPF/DKIM results align with the domain?"
Policy Action - "What should we do if it fails?" (Monitor/Quarantine/Reject)

The DMARC Implementation Journey

DMARC implementation isn't just flipping a switch. It's a careful process that requires monitoring, analysis, and gradual policy enforcement to ensure legitimate emails aren't blocked.

Monitor (p=none)

Collect data without blocking any emails

Analyse

Identify all legitimate email sources

Quarantine

Start filtering suspicious emails

Reject (p=reject)

Block all spoofed emails

Why You Shouldn't DIY DMARC

Incorrect setup can block your legitimate emails
You need to identify ALL your email sending services
DNS records must be precisely configured
Ongoing monitoring and adjustments are critical
One mistake can break your email completely

Introducing BEACON

What is BEACON?

BEACON is a Managed DMARC Service that handles all the technical complexity of DMARC implementation and management. We're not a security platform or email filter - we're DMARC specialists who ensure your domain is properly authenticated and protected from spoofing.

✓ What We Do

• Configure SPF, DKIM & DMARC records
• Monitor email authentication daily
• Identify legitimate email sources
• Manage DNS records for you
• Provide compliance reporting
• Adjust policies as needed
• Handle technical complexity

✗ What We Don't Do

• Email security platform
• Virus/malware scanning
• Spam filtering
• Email content filtering
• Inbox management
• Email hosting
• Threat detection (beyond DMARC)

How BEACON Works

Week 1: Assessment

Domain audit & DNS setup

Week 2: Configuration

SPF & DKIM setup

Week 3: Implementation

DMARC policy activation

Ongoing: Management

Monitor & optimise

The BEACON Difference
Unlike self-service DMARC tools that give you dashboards and expect you to figure it out, BEACON is fully managed. We handle all the technical work - you just enjoy the protection.

Simple, Transparent Pricing

Choose between monthly billing (6-month minimum) or annual prepaid (save 16.5-20%)

STARTER

R120

/month annual
(R1,440/year)

• 1 Domain
• 10K emails/mo
• Weekly reports
• Email support
• DNS management

PROFESSIONAL

R249

/month annual
(R2,998/year)

• 3 Domains
• 20K emails/mo
• Priority support
• Advanced analytics
• Phone support

PREMIUM

R399

/month annual
(R4,788/year)

• 5 Domains
• 50K emails/mo
• Dedicated manager
• Custom reporting
• Priority DNS

ENTERPRISE

R799+

/month annual

• 10+ Domains
• Unlimited emails
• Custom SLA
• API access
• Dedicated support

Monthly billing available at R150/R299/R499/R799 respectively (6-month minimum commitment)

Who Needs BEACON?

Law Firms

Protect client confidentiality. Criminals often spoof law firm domains to steal sensitive information or redirect payments.

Medical Practices

POPIA compliance requires appropriate security measures. Protect patient data from domain spoofing attacks.

Accounting Firms

Prevent financial fraud. Spoofed emails requesting payment changes are a major threat to your clients.

Manufacturers

Secure supply chain communications. Prevent order fraud and protect supplier relationships.

Professional Services

Maintain trust and reputation. Your email domain is your digital identity - protect it.

SMBs (10-100 employees)

Enterprise-grade protection at SMB pricing. No IT department required.

Success Metrics

95% DMARC compliance in 30 days

80% reduction in spoofing attempts

40% better email deliverability

100% POPIA email compliance

Why Choose BEACON?

🛠️ Fully Managed Service

We handle everything - DNS configuration, monitoring, policy adjustments. You don't need any technical knowledge.

🇿🇦 Local Support

Cape Town based team available during SA business hours. We understand POPIA and local requirements.

💰 Affordable Pricing

Starting at just R120/month - making DMARC accessible for every SA business.

📊 Professional Portal

View your authentication statistics, compliance status, and domain activity anytime.