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What is the best email server you use? (piefed.social)
submitted 5 months ago by to c/asklemmy@lemmy.world
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I have been using gmail/google for a long time now (decade or more). But the systems I have come to rely on have been getting enshitified. With their new AI advertisements popping up like crazy...Im just done.

Anyone have a good alternative to gmail? Im looking for something that will not break the bank.

For a bit there, I was running my own email server, but spam and issues with my internet provider (other email servers kept thinking my domain was spamming others) made it hard to keep up. I just dont have the patience anymore for that.

I was thinking of trying out proton or namecheaps offerings and seeing if I like them.

I am used to working with thunderbird but can use online portals if needed. If they have ac alendar that might be a bonus. Personally, I want minimal or no AI. And I want the company to be trusted and in business for at least 5 years.

Any good recommendations?

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[–] 2 points 5 months ago (2 children)

Self started email servers are commonly marked as spam just because its new.

I would suggest the OVH email offerings. They've been in business a long time and don't price gouge their customers for basic features.

https://www.ovhcloud.com/en/emails-exchange/

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  • [–] 3 points 5 months ago* (1 child)

    It's not because it's new. It's because of email security standards (DMARC, SPF, etc.) [that people often get wrong] that are more strictly enforced for domains with no reputation.

    Also, I'm not sure going from Google to Microsoft is a step up, honestly. But if all you're trying to accomplish is self hosting email (without improved data privacy), they seem like an easy starting point.

    [Edit]

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  • [–] 2 points 5 months ago

    I'm aware of those features too. What I was alluding to is domain age and your ASN are factored into the spam filters.

    If you have a fresh domain on a residential network for example. You can have everything set up perfectly and still be marked as spam.

    But you're right that those features are commonly misconfigured or omitted. Without a full autopsy on the issue I'm just throwing darts into the darkness.

    Using a Microsoft product does feel bad morally, but it does provide the easiest experience while being cost effective.

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