Gaggle email setup

Gaggle is a popular email management platform designed specifically for K-12 schools and districts. Here's a step-by-step guide to setting up Gaggle email:

Step 1: Create a Gaggle Account

  1. Go to the Gaggle website (www.gaggle.net) and click on "Sign Up" in the top right corner.
  2. Fill out the registration form with your school or district's information.
  3. Verify your email address by clicking on the link sent to you by Gaggle.

Step 2: Set Up Your Domain

  1. Log in to your Gaggle account and click on "Settings" (gear icon) in the top right corner.
  2. Click on "Domain" and then "Add Domain".
  3. Enter your school or district's domain name (e.g., yourdomain.com).
  4. Follow the instructions to verify your domain ownership.

Step 3: Configure Email Settings

  1. Log in to your Gaggle account and click on "Settings" (gear icon) in the top right corner.
  2. Click on "Email" and then "Email Settings".
  3. Configure the following settings:
    • Email Address: Enter the email address you want to use for your school or district (e.g., [email protected]).
    • Password: Set a strong password for your email account.
    • SMTP Server: Enter the SMTP server settings provided by your internet service provider (ISP) or email hosting provider.
    • Port: Enter the port number specified by your ISP or email hosting provider (usually 587 or 25).

Step 4: Set Up Email Aliases

  1. Log in to your Gaggle account and click on "Settings" (gear icon) in the top right corner.
  2. Click on "Email" and then "Email Aliases".
  3. Create email aliases for your school or district's email addresses (e.g., [email protected], [email protected]).
  4. Set up email forwarding rules to forward emails to the corresponding email addresses.

Step 5: Integrate with Your School's IT System

  1. Gaggle provides APIs and integrations with popular IT systems, such as Active Directory, Google Classroom, and Canvas.
  2. Consult with your school's IT department to integrate Gaggle with your existing IT system.

Step 6: Train Your Staff and Students

  1. Provide training to your staff and students on how to use Gaggle email effectively.
  2. Create a knowledge base or FAQ section on your school's website to help users troubleshoot common issues.

By following these steps, you'll be able to set up Gaggle email for your school or district and start using it to manage your email communications.