Simplilearn's promotional IP (192.174.80.52) faces severe reputation challenges. Multiple blacklistings across major DNS-based blackhole lists directly harm deliverability. Spam trap hits indicate data quality issues that must be addressed urgently to restore inbox placement rates.
Transactional IP Reputation Risks
5 Blacklistings
IP 192.174.86.140 compromised
13 DNSBL Failures
Identical reputation pattern
High-Risk Pattern
Suspicious sending behaviour flagged
Simplilearn's transactional infrastructure shows critical vulnerabilities. This IP handles mission-critical communications—OTPs, invoice confirmations, and learner alerts. Reputation issues here directly impact student onboarding, course access, and payment workflows, creating operational risks beyond marketing concerns.
Spam Trap Hits: High Risk for Simplilearn
5
Active Spam Traps
Detected across Simplilearn's sending infrastructure
100%
Reputation Decline
Guaranteed sender score degradation
3x
Spam Placement Risk
Increased likelihood versus clean senders
Spam traps represent a severe deliverability threat for Simplilearn. These addresses—often recycled or honeypot domains—indicate outdated data hygiene practices. Each trap hit signals to mailbox providers that Simplilearn's list management requires immediate remediation. This directly reduces sender reputation and increases promotional content landing in spam folders, impacting course enrolment campaigns.
IP Hosting & Data Localisation
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US-Hosted Infrastructure
IPs located in Bethesda, Maryland
2
DPDP Non-Compliance
Foreign hosting violates data localisation mandates
3
Higher Latency
Slower delivery for Indian learners
4
Lower Trust
Indian ISPs favour domestic infrastructure
Simplilearn's email infrastructure operates from US-based servers, creating regulatory and performance challenges. India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act mandates localisation for sensitive learner data. Foreign hosting introduces latency that delays time-sensitive communications like OTPs and reduces trust signals with Indian mailbox providers.
The Result: Deliverability Impact
Blacklisted IPs
More emails landing in spam folders automatically
Spam Traps
Continuous reputation decline across domains
Foreign Hosting
Slower delivery and reduced trust signals
Impact on Students
Lower engagement and course completion rates
These infrastructure challenges compound to create significant business impact for Simplilearn. Promotional campaigns miss target inboxes, reducing course enrolments. Transactional delays frustrate learners attempting to access content or verify accounts. The cumulative effect: diminished student experience, reduced completion rates, and lost revenue opportunities across Simplilearn's educational offerings.
What This Means for Simplilearn
Unstable Inboxing
Both promotional and transactional emails compromised
IP Reputation Crisis
Active blacklistings harming deliverability daily
Spam Trap Damage
Domain reputation declining systematically
DPDP Concerns
US infrastructure creates compliance and latency risks
Simplilearn faces a critical juncture in email infrastructure. Current reliance on shared ESP IPs with poor reputation creates unpredictable deliverability. Foreign hosting introduces regulatory exposure under India's data protection framework whilst simultaneously degrading performance for the core Indian learner base.
However, this challenge presents a significant opportunity: migrating to dedicated, India-optimised infrastructure can transform email from a risk vector into a competitive advantage, ensuring reliable communication with Simplilearn's growing student community.
Netcore's Solution for Simplilearn
Dedicated India-Hosted IPs
DPDP-aligned infrastructure with exclusive IP allocation for Simplilearn
Private Infrastructure
Isolated sending environment ensuring reputation control
Automated Monitoring
Real-time DNSBL and spam trap detection with instant alerts
01
Domain/IP Warm-up Model
Structured reputation building protocol
02
Faster Transactional Delivery
Optimised OTP and critical communication routing
03
Unified Reporting Dashboard
Comprehensive engagement and inboxing analytics
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Real-Time Remediation
Proactive reputation issue resolution
AMP Use Cases for EdTech
Transform static emails into interactive experiences that drive engagement and reduce friction in Simplilearn's learner journey.
Demo Class Booking
Enable prospective students to book demo sessions directly within the email without external navigation—reducing drop-off and increasing conversion rates.
Course Comparison Carousel
Interactive course cards allowing learners to compare programmes, pricing, and duration without leaving their inbox—streamlining decision-making.
EMI Calculator
Real-time fee calculator enabling students to explore payment options and affordability scenarios directly in email communications.
Assignment Submission
Allow learners to submit coursework directly through email reminders, reducing platform friction and improving completion rates.
Progress Tracker
Visual certification progress updates with milestone achievements displayed interactively—motivating continued engagement.
In-Email NPS Feedback
Capture learner sentiment and course feedback without redirects, increasing response rates and actionable insights for Simplilearn.
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Netcore I.C.E. Consulting for Simplilearn
Comprehensive email excellence framework designed specifically for EdTech deliverability and engagement optimisation.
I — Ideate
Analyse & Audit
Engagement pattern analysis
List health assessment
IP reputation deep-dive
Content performance review
Competitive benchmarking
C — Create
Design & Build
High-impact template design
Learner journey mapping
Advanced segmentation models
AMP implementation strategy
Personalisation frameworks
E — Execute
Deploy & Optimise
Inboxing monitoring
Reputation issue remediation
ROI tracking and reporting
Continuous A/B testing
Deliverability optimisation
Let's Optimise Email Performance for Simplilearn
Transform email infrastructure from a liability into a strategic asset. Partner with Netcore to achieve inbox placement excellence, regulatory compliance, and measurable engagement improvements.