Understanding the different verification statuses and what they mean for your email lists.
Primary statuses
Valid
The email passed the verification checks performed: syntax, domain, MX, and AI risk analysis.
Invalid
The domain has no valid mail server or cannot receive messages, so sending is very likely to bounce.
Risky
The email may be valid but has risk factors. Could be catch-all, role-based, or have temporary issues.
Unknown
Could not be determined — for example, the domain's mail servers were unreachable during the checks.
Recommendations
| Status | Action |
|---|---|
| Valid | Low risk |
| Invalid | Remove from list |
| Risky | Send with caution or skip |
| Unknown | Retry later or skip |