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Introduction

What is TinyValidator and how does it work?

TinyValidator is a powerful email verification API that helps you maintain a clean, deliverable email list. Whether you're validating emails at signup or cleaning an existing database, TinyValidator provides fast, accurate results.

Why Verify Emails?

Invalid emails hurt your business in multiple ways:

  • Wasted money on email sends that bounce
  • Damaged reputation with inbox providers
  • Skewed analytics from fake signups
  • Security risks from disposable accounts

How It Works

TinyValidator performs multiple checks on each email address:

1. Syntax Validation

We check that the email follows RFC 5322 standards and catch common typos like gmail.con or missing @ symbols.

2. Domain Verification

We verify that the domain exists and has valid MX records configured to receive email.

3. Mailbox Check

Where possible, we verify that the specific mailbox exists without sending an actual email.

4. Risk Assessment

We check against known disposable email providers and other risk factors.

Quick Example

curl "https://tinyvalidator.com/api/v1/[email protected]" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY"
{
  "email": "[email protected]",
  "valid": true,
  "score": 95,
  "deliverability": "high",
  "disposable": false,
  "role_account": false,
  "catch_all": false,
  "free_email": false,
  "syntax_valid": true,
  "domain_valid": true,
  "mailbox_valid": true,
  "provider": "google",
  "mx_host": "gmail-smtp-in.l.google.com.",
  "suggestion": null,
  "dns": null
}

Next Steps