How to find host name for incoming mail server

To find the hostname for an incoming mail server, you'll need to know the type of mail server you're using and the specific settings required. Here are some common scenarios:

Scenario 1: POP3/IMAP Mail Server

If you're using a POP3 or IMAP mail server, the hostname is usually the same as the domain name of your email account. For example:

• If your email address is [email protected], the hostname might be mail.example.com or pop.example.com.
• You can check your email provider's documentation or contact their support team to find the correct hostname.

Scenario 2: Exchange Server

If you're using Microsoft Exchange Server, the hostname is usually in the format server_name.your_domain.com. For example:

• If your email address is [email protected], the hostname might be exchange.example.com.

Scenario 3: Google Workspace (formerly G Suite)

If you're using Google Workspace (formerly G Suite), the hostname is usually imap.gmail.com or imap.googlemail.com for incoming mail.

Scenario 4: Other Mail Servers

For other mail servers, such as Microsoft 365 or Office 365, the hostname might be different. You can check your email provider's documentation or contact their support team to find the correct hostname.

How to find the hostname

If you're still unsure about the hostname, you can try the following:

1. Check your email provider's documentation or knowledge base for information on the hostname.
2. Contact your email provider's support team and ask for the hostname.
3. Use a tool like dig or nslookup to look up the hostname. For example:
   • dig +short mail.example.com (on Linux/macOS)
   • nslookup mail.example.com (on Windows)

Remember to replace mail.example.com with the actual hostname you're trying to find.