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Government Website & Email Security Information
Comprehensive guide to the critical security checks that protect your government domain, website, and email systems. Each guide explains what each security control is, how it works, why it matters for government compliance, and how to implement it correctly.
Why We Perform Comprehensive Security Checks
Most providers check the basics—maybe SSL and a few email settings. At YesGov, we perform comprehensive security checks that ensure your domain is truly secure, compliant with federal and state requirements, and legally protected. We verify everything from DNS security to email encryption, from certificate validation to infrastructure protection. This thoroughness ensures your agency meets compliance requirements and exceeds insurance standards.
Security Checks & Guides
Click on any check to learn more about why it matters and how it works
DNSSEC
DNS Security Extensions protect against DNS spoofing and cache poisoning attacks by cryptographically signing DNS records.
Learn More →IPv6 Support
Ensures your domain is accessible via IPv6, demonstrating modern infrastructure and future-proofing.
Learn More →RPKI
Route Origin Authorization prevents BGP route hijacking and protects your IP address space from attacks.
Learn More →SSL/TLS Certificate
Valid SSL/TLS encryption protects data in transit and prevents man-in-the-middle attacks.
Learn More →Enhanced HTTPS Configuration
HSTS headers, HTTPS redirects, and proper encryption configuration prevent downgrade attacks.
Learn More →Enhanced TLS Configuration
Secure TLS versions, strong cipher suites, and proper configuration prevent BEAST, POODLE, and other attacks.
Learn More →Certificate Validation
Valid trust chains, domain matching, and CAA records ensure certificates are authentic and properly authorized.
Learn More →HTTP Security Headers
X-Frame-Options, X-Content-Type-Options, Referrer-Policy, and security.txt protect against web vulnerabilities.
Learn More →SPF Record
Sender Policy Framework prevents email spoofing by specifying authorized mail servers.
Learn More →DKIM
DomainKeys Identified Mail cryptographically signs emails to verify authenticity and prevent tampering.
Learn More →DMARC
Domain-based Message Authentication enforces SPF and DKIM policies and provides email security reporting.
Learn More →MTA-STS
Mail Transfer Agent Strict Transport Security enforces encrypted email transmission to prevent interception.
Learn More →TLS-RPT
TLS Reporting provides visibility into email delivery problems and helps identify security issues.
Learn More →IP Reputation
Verifies hosting IP addresses aren't blacklisted or flagged as malicious, ensuring email deliverability and reputation.
Learn More →WordPress Detection
Identifies WordPress usage and version to detect outdated software with known security vulnerabilities.
Learn More →Website Scanning
Scans for exposed email addresses and broken links that could pose security or compliance risks.
Learn More →Why YesGov Goes the Extra Mile
Most hosting providers check 3-5 basic security settings. We perform comprehensive security checks because security isn't a checkbox—it's a commitment. We verify every layer of your domain's security, from DNS to email, from certificates to infrastructure. This thoroughness ensures you're not just compliant—you're truly secure.
When you host with YesGov, all security checks are continuously monitored and maintained. We don't just set it and forget it—we actively manage your security so you can focus on serving your citizens.
Want This Handled End-to-End?
YesGov doesn't just explain the controls—we implement, monitor, and document them for compliance and liability protection. If you'd like help, run the Compliance Checker and then contact us.