How to find your mail server name

A common question!

Finding your mail server name, also known as the Mail Exchanger (MX) record, is important for setting up email clients, configuring email services, and troubleshooting email issues. Here are the steps to find your mail server name:

Method 1: Check your email provider's settings

1. Log in to your email account's web interface (e.g., Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo).
2. Look for the "Settings" or "Options" menu.
3. Click on "Accounts" or "Email settings."
4. Check for a section labeled "Incoming Mail Server" or "Mail Server Settings."
5. Your mail server name should be listed as the "Server" or "Host" value.

Method 2: Use a DNS lookup tool

1. Go to a DNS lookup tool like WhatIsMyDNS.net or DNSChecker.org.
2. Enter your domain name (e.g., example.com) in the search bar.
3. Click the "Lookup" or "Check" button.
4. Look for the "MX Records" section.
5. Your mail server name should be listed as the "Target" or "Mail Server" value.

Method 3: Check your domain registrar's control panel

1. Log in to your domain registrar's control panel (e.g., GoDaddy, Namecheap).
2. Look for the "DNS" or "Domain Name System" section.
3. Click on "Manage DNS" or "Edit DNS Records."
4. Look for the "MX Records" section.
5. Your mail server name should be listed as the "Target" or "Mail Server" value.

Common mail server names

Here are some common mail server names:

• Gmail: smtp.gmail.com or imap.gmail.com
• Outlook: smtp.office365.com or imap.office365.com
• Yahoo: smtp.mail.yahoo.com or imap.mail.yahoo.com
• AOL: smtp.aol.com or imap.aol.com

Remember to replace example.com with your actual domain name when searching for your mail server name.