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Washburn Email Verification
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Washburn.edu is operated by Washburn University. The domain runs 1 mail exchange and SMTP is responsive, with all three authentication standards in force.
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10
/100
Low
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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 washburn.edu 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.
#0
washburn-edu.mail.protection.outlook.com 52.101.11.17
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 BL6PEPF0001AB76.mail.protection.outlook.com Microsoft ESMTP MAIL Service ready at Tue, 19 May 2026 14:10:58 +0000 [08DEB36585584C67]
Primary mail server accepted SMTP connection and returned a banner during the live audit.
washburn.edu Email Authentication SPF · DKIM · DMARC
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 include:spf.protection.outlook.com ip4:192.104.1.95 ip4:192.104.1.99 ip4:198.252.11.102 ip4:198.252.12.19 ip4:192.104.1.63 include:flatspf.txt.washburn.edu ip4:52.114.128.0/24 ip4:52.114.159.0/24 include:ngwebsolutions.net ip4:66.151.109.0/24 ip4:206.107.42.254 ip4:216.248.199.106 ip4:44.240.211.67 ip4:216.17.113.60 ip4:167.89.90.223 ip4:198.105.13.131 ip4:207.150.202.15 ip4:209.164.59.91 ip4:148.62.51.136 ip4:74.122.104.26 -ip4:69.89.16.0/20 -ip4:223.64.0.0/10 -ip4:154.0.0.0/8 -ip4:179.43.0.0/16 -ip4:90.118.128.0/17 -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;aspf=r;pct=100;fo=1;ruf=mailto:dmarc-reports@washburn.edu;rua=mailto:whr9td61@ag.us.dmarcian.com;
Strict policy. Receivers are instructed to reject any mail that fails SPF or DKIM. The strongest available setting.
washburn.edu Domain Registration WHOIS · Nameservers · Registrar
RegisteredMarch 31, 1997
Last UpdatedJuly 1, 2025
ExpiresJuly 31, 2028
Age29 years
TLD.edu
Authoritative Nameservers (3)
- NS3.WASHBURN.EDU
- NS2.WASHBURN.EDU
- NS1.WASHBURN.EDU
Registrant
Washburn University
Topeka, KS, UNITED STATES
Technical Contact
Aaron Hall
Washburn University
aaron.hall@washburn.edu·Topeka, KS, UNITED STATES·17856702387
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Common Questions About washburn.edu
Is washburn.edu a disposable or temporary email provider?
No. washburn.edu is not a disposable email provider. It is classified as Education Email operated by Washburn University and addresses on washburn.edu are persistent rather than throwaway. Mail sent to a valid washburn.edu mailbox reaches a real recipient.
How do I verify if a washburn.edu email address is valid?
The fastest way to verify a washburn.edu email address is to use our email checker. Enter any @washburn.edu mailbox at the top of this page and our system performs a real-time SMTP handshake against washburn.edu'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 washburn.edu email exists without sending a message?
Yes. Our real-time email verification API connects directly to washburn.edu'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 washburn.edu mailbox is valid, full, or non-existent. The recipient never receives anything and never sees the check.
What are the MX records for washburn.edu?
washburn.edu currently publishes 1 mail exchange (MX) record. The primary MX is washburn-edu.mail.protection.outlook.com, which is the first server contacted when other mail systems try to deliver email to a washburn.edu 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 washburn.edu.
Does washburn.edu use SPF, DKIM, and DMARC email authentication?
washburn.edu 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 @washburn.edu is genuine, and washburn.edu's DMARC policy of 'reject' instructs receivers how to handle messages that fail those checks.
Why do emails to washburn.edu bounce or get blocked?
Bounces from washburn.edu 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 washburn.edu'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 washburn.edu's receivers trust you.
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Is it safe to accept signups from washburn.edu email addresses?
Yes, with normal hygiene. washburn.edu is a legitimate email service and signups from @washburn.edu 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 washburn.edu by default.
What email format does washburn.edu use for usernames?
Most washburn.edu mailboxes follow common patterns like first.last@washburn.edu, firstinitiallast@washburn.edu, or first@washburn.edu, but the actual local-part rules depend on Washburn University. The only reliable way to confirm whether a specific @washburn.edu 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 washburn.edu risk score calculated?
The 0-to-100 risk score for washburn.edu 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 washburn.edu score is recomputed on every audit so it always reflects the live state of the domain.
Is washburn.edu a valid education email domain?
Yes, washburn.edu is a valid educational institution email domain operated by Washburn University. It is used by students, faculty, and staff for academic correspondence.
Is washburn.edu a disposable or temporary email provider?
No, washburn.edu is not a disposable or temporary email provider. It is an institutional email domain. However, student email addresses may be deactivated after graduation depending on the institution's policy.
What mail server does washburn.edu use?
washburn.edu uses mail servers managed by or on behalf of Washburn University. Many universities use Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace for their email infrastructure. Check the MX records section above for details.
Can I send marketing emails to washburn.edu addresses?
You can send emails to washburn.edu addresses with proper consent. Be aware that educational institutions often employ strict spam filtering, and student addresses may become inactive after graduation. Regular list hygiene is recommended.
How do I verify an email address at washburn.edu?
Use BulkEmailChecker to verify washburn.edu addresses. Educational domains may use catch-all configurations or have specific SMTP behaviors. Our tool handles these institution-specific configurations automatically.