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This article explains how to configure MX records for a domain's email service. MX records determine which mail server handles your domain's email.
1. Log in to the Client Panel
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Log in to your GHFS Hosting client area.
2. Go to Domain Management or DNS Management
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From the top menu, click "Domains".
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Select the domain you want to edit.
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Open "DNS Management", "DNS Editor", or "Zone Editor".
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If DNS management is disabled, you may need to open a support ticket.
3. Check Existing MX Records
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Some domains may already have default MX records.
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If you are switching to a new email provider (cPanel, Google Workspace, Microsoft 365), you may need to remove old MX records.
4. Add the New MX Records
To add MX records, enter the following:
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Host / Name: Usually "@"
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Record Type: MX
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Priority: Lower numbers mean higher priority
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Destination / Mail Server: The mail server address provided by your email provider
Example (cPanel):
Name: @
Type: MX
Priority: 0
Destination: mail.yourdomain.com
Example (Google Workspace):
Priority 1 → ASPMX.L.GOOGLE.COM
Priority 5 → ALT1.ASPMX.L.GOOGLE.COM
Priority 5 → ALT2.ASPMX.L.GOOGLE.COM
5. Save the Changes
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Save the MX records after entering them.
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DNS propagation may take 1 to 24 hours to complete.
6. Important Notes
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Incorrect MX entries will prevent email delivery.
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Always use the exact MX records provided by your email service.
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For proper email functionality, additional records are often required:
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A record (for mail.yourdomain.com)
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SPF record
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DKIM record
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DMARC record
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