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Ptd.net

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Ptd.net is operated by PenTeleData. The domain runs 1 mail exchange and SMTP is responsive, with all three authentication standards in force.

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Disposable
No
Persistent addresses, not throwaway
SMTP Live
Yes
Mail server responds to SMTP handshake
MX Records
1
Mail exchangers

Mail Exchange (MX) Records for ptd.net Mail Exchange records. They tell other mail servers which hosts are responsible for receiving email at this domain, in priority order. Lower priority numbers are tried first.

1 RECORD
#10
mx.ptd.net 150.136.189.171
Reachable
SMTP Handshake Simple Mail Transfer Protocol. We open a live SMTP connection to the primary MX and read the greeting banner. A response confirms the mail server is alive and accepting connections. Responsive
BANNER220 2.0.0 mx.ptd.net ESMTP ecelerity 4.8.6.74083 r(msys-ecelerity:tags/4.8.6-ga^0) Mon, 18 May 2026 04:10:19 -0400
Primary mail server accepted SMTP connection and returned a banner during the live audit.

ptd.net Email Authentication SPF · DKIM · DMARC

3/3 PASS
SPF Sender Policy Framework. A DNS record listing which servers are allowed to send mail for this domain. Receivers reject or flag mail from unauthorized servers. Pass
TXTv=spf1 ip4:207.44.96.0/24 ip4:204.186.29.0/24 ip4:204.186.200.0/24 ip4:204.186.204.0/24 ip4:204.186.110.182 ip4:204.186.98.0/24 include:ptd.spf.syn-alias.com -all
Authorized senders are defined and pass SPF policy.
DKIM DomainKeys Identified Mail. The sending server cryptographically signs outbound mail with a private key, and receivers verify the signature using a public key in DNS. Pass
SELECTORDetected via standard selectors
A DKIM signature was detected. Outbound mail from this domain can be cryptographically verified.
DMARC Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting & Conformance. Tells receivers what to do when SPF or DKIM checks fail: none, quarantine, or reject. Reject
TXTv=DMARC1; p=reject; sp=none;
Strict policy. Receivers are instructed to reject any mail that fails SPF or DKIM. The strongest available setting.

ptd.net Domain Registration WHOIS · Nameservers · Registrar

31 YEARS OLD
RegistrarTUCOWS.COM, CO.
IANA ID69
RegisteredAugust 4, 1994
Last UpdatedMay 8, 2023
ExpiresAugust 3, 2028
Age31 years
TLD.net
Authoritative Nameservers (6)
  • dns5.ptd.net
  • dns1.ptd.net
  • dns2.ptd.net
  • dns4.ptd.net
  • dns3.ptd.net
  • dns6.ptd.net
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About this Domain

About ptd.net

ptd.net is a U.S. ISP domain from PenTeleData, a broadband and internet provider serving northeastern Pennsylvania and western New Jersey.

ptd.net implements SPF authentication.

The mail servers validate recipients and reject invalid addresses. The domain does not function as catch-all.

For delivery, authenticate with SPF. Follow CAN-SPAM requirements.

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Common Questions About ptd.net

Is ptd.net a disposable or temporary email provider?
No. ptd.net is not a disposable email provider. It is classified as ISP Email Provider operated by PenTeleData and addresses on ptd.net are persistent rather than throwaway. Mail sent to a valid ptd.net mailbox reaches a real recipient.
How do I verify if a ptd.net email address is valid?
The fastest way to verify a ptd.net email address is to use our free email checker. Enter any @ptd.net mailbox at the top of this page and our system performs a real-time SMTP handshake against ptd.net's mail servers, confirming whether the mailbox exists, is reachable, and is safe to send to. No email is ever delivered during the check.
Can I check if a ptd.net email exists without sending a message?
Yes. Our real-time email verification API connects directly to ptd.net's mail server, opens an SMTP session, and queries the mailbox using the RCPT TO command without ever transmitting an actual email. The server's response confirms whether the ptd.net mailbox is valid, full, or non-existent. The recipient never receives anything and never sees the check.
What are the MX records for ptd.net?
ptd.net currently publishes 1 mail exchange (MX) record. The primary MX is mx.ptd.net, which is the first server contacted when other mail systems try to deliver email to a ptd.net address. The full list with priorities and IP addresses is in the MX Records panel above. MX records tell sending servers where to route email for ptd.net.
Does ptd.net use SPF, DKIM, and DMARC email authentication?
ptd.net enforces all three email authentication standards: SPF, DKIM, and DMARC (policy: reject). This is the gold-standard configuration. It means receivers can verify that mail claiming to come from @ptd.net is genuine, and ptd.net's DMARC policy of 'reject' instructs receivers how to handle messages that fail those checks.
Why do emails to ptd.net bounce or get blocked?
Bounces from ptd.net usually fall into three buckets: the mailbox doesn't exist (5xx user unknown), the inbox is full, or your sending domain isn't authenticated to ptd.net's satisfaction. The fastest fix is to run each address through a free email verifier before you send, and to make sure your own SPF, DKIM, and DMARC are configured correctly so ptd.net's receivers trust you.
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Is it safe to accept signups from ptd.net email addresses?
Yes, with normal hygiene. ptd.net is a legitimate email service and signups from @ptd.net behave like any other real user. Pipe each address through a real-time email verifier API at the moment of signup to catch typos and dead mailboxes, but there is no need to block ptd.net by default.
What email format does ptd.net use for usernames?
Most ptd.net mailboxes follow common patterns like first.last@ptd.net, firstinitiallast@ptd.net, or first@ptd.net, but the actual local-part rules depend on PenTeleData. The only reliable way to confirm whether a specific @ptd.net address exists is to run it through a free email verification tool. Guessing patterns will produce a high bounce rate and damage your sender reputation.
How is the ptd.net risk score calculated?
The 0-to-100 risk score for ptd.net combines disposable-domain classification, mail-server reachability, MX record presence and depth, SPF / DKIM / DMARC enforcement, DMARC policy strength, SMTP banner response, and domain age. Lower scores mean safer to send to. Disposable domains are pinned at the high end of the scale. The ptd.net score is recomputed on every audit so it always reflects the live state of the domain.
Is ptd.net a valid ISP email domain?
Yes, ptd.net is a valid email domain provided by PenTeleData to its internet subscribers. It is a legitimate ISP-issued email address.
Is ptd.net a disposable or temporary email provider?
No, ptd.net is not a disposable or temporary email provider. It is an ISP-provided email service tied to an internet subscription from PenTeleData.
What mail server does ptd.net use?
ptd.net uses mail servers operated by PenTeleData. Check the MX records section above for specific server details and authentication configuration.
Can I send marketing emails to ptd.net addresses?
Yes, you can send marketing emails to ptd.net addresses with proper opt-in consent. ISP email providers apply spam filtering, and addresses may become inactive if subscribers cancel their internet service. Regular list verification is recommended.
How do I verify an email address at ptd.net?
Use BulkEmailChecker to verify ptd.net addresses via SMTP checks. ISP domains may have specific rate limiting or greylisting behaviors. Our tool handles these provider-specific configurations automatically.