Switching from a third-party email service like Google Workspace back to Domain India's free cPanel email service is a straightforward process. This guide will help you navigate the steps involved.
Pre-requisites:
- Access to your Domain India cPanel account
- Access to your third-party email provider's settings
Steps to Disconnect Third-Party Email Service:
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Log In to cPanel: Access your Domain India cPanel account.
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Navigate to DNS Settings: Find the "DNS Management" or "Zone Editor" section.
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Remove Third-Party DNS Records:
- Locate the MX (Mail Exchanger) records associated with your third-party email provider.
- Delete these MX records or modify them to point back to Domain India's email servers.
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Update SPF Record:
- SPF (Sender Policy Framework) records may also need to be updated to remove the third-party email service's information.
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Save Changes: Save your DNS settings and wait for them to propagate. This could take up to 48 hours.
Steps to Configure Free cPanel Email:
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Navigate to Email Section: In your cPanel, go to the "Email" section.
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Create New Account: Click on "Create" or "Add Email Account."
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Enter Details: Input your desired email ID, domain, and secure password.
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Create Account: Click the "Create" button.
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Email Client Setup: Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your email client, if necessary.
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Test Email: Once the DNS settings have propagated, send a test email to ensure everything is working correctly.
Important Notes:
- DNS changes can take up to 48 hours to propagate across the internet.
- Ensure you've backed up all necessary data from your third-party email service before making the switch.
For more details or if you encounter issues, please refer to our detailed knowledge base at www.domainindia.com/knowledgebase or submit a ticket for further assistance at www.domainindia.com/support.
If in the future you wish to switch back to a third-party email provider, you can follow our guide on Configuring Third-Party Email Servers with DNS.
