How to Create a Custom Email Domain Using GoDaddy on Mastermind.com

Overview:

Setting up a custom email domain with GoDaddy allows you to improve email scalability, deliverability, and access professional features. This guide will walk you through the process of configuring your custom email domain using a domain you’ve purchased through GoDaddy.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Step 1: Log in to Your GoDaddy Account

  1. Open your preferred web browser and go to the GoDaddy website.
  2. Click on Sign In at the top-right corner and enter your credentials.
  3. Once logged in, you’ll be directed to your GoDaddy dashboard where you can see your domains.

Step 2: Access Your Domain’s DNS Settings

  1. In your GoDaddy dashboard, locate and click on My Products.
  2. Under the Domains section, find the domain you want to use for your custom email and click DNS.
  3. This will take you to the DNS management page where you can view and edit your DNS records.

Step 3: Add the Necessary DNS Records for Email Configuration

  1. On the DNS management page, you’ll need to add MX (Mail Exchange) and TXT records for your email configuration.
    • MX Records: These direct incoming emails to your email server.
    • TXT Records: These are needed for domain verification and enhancing email security with SPF, DKIM, and DMARC settings.
  2. Click on Add and select MX from the drop-down menu.
  3. Enter the details provided by your email hosting provider (e.g., the mail server and priority).

  1. Repeat the process for the TXT records. Ensure that all the details are accurate.

Tip: It’s critical to input the information exactly as provided by your email hosting service to avoid issues with email delivery.

Step 4: Verify Your Domain Ownership

  1. After updating the DNS settings, go to your email hosting provider’s setup page and start the domain verification process.
  2. The provider will check for the correct DNS configuration, which may take up to 48 hours depending on DNS propagation.

Step 5: Ensure Your SSL Certificate Is Active and Configure Email Forwarding (Optional)

  1. To secure your domain, make sure that an SSL certificate is active:
    • In GoDaddy, go to My Products and navigate to the SSL certificates section.
    • Ensure that your SSL certificate is marked as Active. If it’s pending, allow some time for the issuance to complete.
  2. (Optional) You may want to configure email forwarding settings:
    • Under the domain’s DNS settings, you can set up email forwarding to route messages from your custom domain to an existing inbox.

Important: Make sure your SSL certificate is active to secure your email communications.

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