Introduction

Getting your brand logo to appear in customer inboxes is a game-changer for trust and engagement. A Verified Mark Certificate (VMC) makes this possible by verifying your logo and enabling full BIMI support. At PLiKhost, we simplify the process of obtaining a DigiCert VMC, ensuring your business can adopt this powerful technology smoothly.

Here’s a clear step-by-step guide on how to get your VMC with PLiKhost.

Step 1: Prepare Your Domain for Authentication

Before applying for a VMC, your domain must be properly authenticated.

• SPF (Sender Policy Framework): Defines which mail servers are allowed to send email on behalf of your domain.

• DKIM (DomainKeys Identified Mail): Cryptographically signs messages to verify authenticity.

• DMARC (Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting & Conformance): Must be set to quarantine or reject to qualify for BIMI + VMC.

✅ Tip: PLiKhost can help check and configure these records for you.

Step 2: Register Your Logo as a Trademark

A VMC requires that your brand’s logo be officially registered as a trademark. This prevents fraudsters from using fake logos and ensures only your organization can display it in emails.

• Logos must be in SVG Tiny PS 1.2 format.

• Background should be simple (transparent or solid).

• The trademark must be active and verifiable.

Step 3: Apply for a DigiCert VMC via PLiKhost

Once your domain and trademark are ready, you can apply for the certificate.

• Order your VMC through PLiKhost in local currency (IDR).

• We handle the process with DigiCert to ensure fast issuance.

• You’ll need to provide trademark documentation and company verification details.

Step 4: Validation and Verification

DigiCert performs a thorough verification of:

• Your domain and email authentication setup

• Your organization’s legal identity

• Your registered trademark ownership

This ensures only legitimate businesses are granted VMCs.

Step 5: Publish BIMI DNS Record

After validation, you’ll publish a BIMI record in your DNS.

• This record points to your verified logo file.

• Example record:

  default._bimi IN TXT "v=BIMI1; l=https://example.com/logo.svg; a=https://example.com/vmc.pem"


• PLiKhost can guide you through the configuration to ensure compliance.

Step 6: Logo Appears in Inbox

Once everything is set, your emails will display your official, verified brand logo in supported inboxes such as Gmail and Yahoo.

This gives your customers instant confidence that they are interacting with the real you.

Why Get Your VMC Through PLiKhost?

• Official DigiCert Partner – trusted certificates with global recognition

• Local Support – easy communication and billing in IDR

• Expert Guidance – we help with DNS, trademark, and validation requirements

• Fast & Reliable – smoother process compared to applying directly

Conclusion

Securing a Verified Mark Certificate (VMC) is a strategic investment for your brand. It increases trust, enhances recognition, and protects against phishing. With PLiKhost, the process is simplified from start to finish.

👉 Take the first step today and order your DigiCert VMC with PLiKhost.