Mailserver hostpoint

Hostpoint is a popular Swiss web hosting company that offers a range of services, including email hosting. Here's an overview of their mailserver setup:

Mailserver Configuration:

Hostpoint uses a combination of open-source software and proprietary solutions to manage their mailserver infrastructure. The primary mailserver software used is Postfix, which is a widely used and highly configurable mail transfer agent (MTA).

Mailserver Components:

  1. Postfix: The primary MTA responsible for receiving, routing, and delivering emails.
  2. Dovecot: An IMAP and POP3 server used for retrieving emails from the mailserver.
  3. Amavis: A virus scanning and spam filtering solution integrated with Postfix.
  4. SpamAssassin: A spam filtering solution used to detect and block spam emails.

Mailserver Settings:

Here are some key settings to keep in mind when configuring your email client or mailserver with Hostpoint:

  1. Mailserver hostname: mail.[yourdomain].ch (e.g., mail.example.ch)
  2. Mailserver port: 25 (SMTP) or 587 (Submission)
  3. IMAP/POP3 port: 143 (IMAP) or 110 (POP3)
  4. Authentication: Use your Hostpoint email account credentials (username and password) to authenticate with the mailserver.

Tips and Considerations:

  1. SPF and DKIM: Hostpoint recommends setting up SPF (Sender Policy Framework) and DKIM (DomainKeys Identified Mail) records to help prevent email spoofing and improve deliverability.
  2. Email client configuration: When setting up your email client, make sure to use the correct mailserver settings and authentication credentials.
  3. Mailserver maintenance: Hostpoint provides regular maintenance and updates to their mailserver infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and security.

If you have any specific questions or concerns about configuring your email client or mailserver with Hostpoint, feel free to ask!