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Here's a simple guide to getting a free 5k limit Mailgun SMTP. Follow these steps, and you'll be sending emails like a pro in no time. Remember, this is only for company domain emails or domains you own – avoid regular emails like Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo, and others.
Step 1: Sign up for a Mailgun Account
a. Go to the Mailgun website (mailgun.com).
b. Sign up for a new account by providing your email address, password, and other required information.
Step 3: Log in to Mailgun Dashboard
Once your email address is verified, log in to your Mailgun account using your credentials.
Step 4: Add and Verify Your Domain
a. In the Mailgun dashboard, navigate to the "Domains" section.
b. Click on the "Add New Domain" button.
c. Enter your domain name and click "Add Domain" to proceed.
d. Follow the provided instructions to verify your domain ownership. Mailgun typically provides DNS records that you need to add to your domain's DNS settings.
1. Access your domain registrar's DNS settings.
2. Add the provided DNS records (TXT, MX, CNAME) to your domain's DNS settings as instructed by Mailgun.
3. Once added, wait for DNS propagation, which may take some time (usually a few minutes to a few hours).
e. Return to the Mailgun dashboard and click the "Check DNS Records Now" button to verify that the DNS records have been configured correctly.
f. Once verified, your domain status should change to "Active" in the Mailgun dashboard.
Step 5: Set Up SMTP Credentials
a. In the Mailgun dashboard, navigate to the "Sending" section.
b. Click on the "SMTP" option.
c. You'll find SMTP credentials (username and password) generated by Mailgun. Note these credentials as you'll need them to configure your email client or application.
Step 6: Configure SMTP Settings in Your Email Client or Application
a. Use the SMTP credentials (username and password) obtained from Mailgun to configure your email client or application.
b. Enter the SMTP server settings provided by Mailgun:
1. SMTP Server: smtp.mailgun.org
2. Port: 587 (TLS) or 465 (SSL)
c. Enable authentication and use the SMTP credentials you obtained earlier.
d. Save the settings and test the configuration by sending a test email.
Step 7: Optional: Set up SPF and DKIM Records (Recommended for better email deliverability)
a. In the Mailgun dashboard, navigate to the "Sending" section and then "Domain Settings" for your verified domain.
b. Follow the instructions provided by Mailgun to set up SPF and DKIM records in your domain's DNS settings.
Once you've completed these steps, congratulations! You've successfully set up a free SMTP service using Mailgun and verified your domain. Now, start sending those emails like a pro!
Step 1: Sign up for a Mailgun Account
a. Go to the Mailgun website (mailgun.com).
b. Sign up for a new account by providing your email address, password, and other required information.
Step 3: Log in to Mailgun Dashboard
Once your email address is verified, log in to your Mailgun account using your credentials.
Step 4: Add and Verify Your Domain
a. In the Mailgun dashboard, navigate to the "Domains" section.
b. Click on the "Add New Domain" button.
c. Enter your domain name and click "Add Domain" to proceed.
d. Follow the provided instructions to verify your domain ownership. Mailgun typically provides DNS records that you need to add to your domain's DNS settings.
1. Access your domain registrar's DNS settings.
2. Add the provided DNS records (TXT, MX, CNAME) to your domain's DNS settings as instructed by Mailgun.
3. Once added, wait for DNS propagation, which may take some time (usually a few minutes to a few hours).
e. Return to the Mailgun dashboard and click the "Check DNS Records Now" button to verify that the DNS records have been configured correctly.
f. Once verified, your domain status should change to "Active" in the Mailgun dashboard.
Step 5: Set Up SMTP Credentials
a. In the Mailgun dashboard, navigate to the "Sending" section.
b. Click on the "SMTP" option.
c. You'll find SMTP credentials (username and password) generated by Mailgun. Note these credentials as you'll need them to configure your email client or application.
Step 6: Configure SMTP Settings in Your Email Client or Application
a. Use the SMTP credentials (username and password) obtained from Mailgun to configure your email client or application.
b. Enter the SMTP server settings provided by Mailgun:
1. SMTP Server: smtp.mailgun.org
2. Port: 587 (TLS) or 465 (SSL)
c. Enable authentication and use the SMTP credentials you obtained earlier.
d. Save the settings and test the configuration by sending a test email.
Step 7: Optional: Set up SPF and DKIM Records (Recommended for better email deliverability)
a. In the Mailgun dashboard, navigate to the "Sending" section and then "Domain Settings" for your verified domain.
b. Follow the instructions provided by Mailgun to set up SPF and DKIM records in your domain's DNS settings.
Once you've completed these steps, congratulations! You've successfully set up a free SMTP service using Mailgun and verified your domain. Now, start sending those emails like a pro!