Configuring Apple Mac Mail SMTP Settings

Are you looking to configure your Apple Mac Mail client to work seamlessly with Mailgun's SMTP settings? Look no further! In this article, we will guide you through the simple steps required to set up your email account and start sending and receiving emails using Mailgun's reliable infrastructure.

Step 1: Accessing Server Settings

To begin, open Apple Mail on your Mac and select 'Mail' > 'Preferences' from the top menu bar. From the left-hand panel, select your email account (if you have multiple accounts) and then click on the 'Server Settings' tab.

Step 2: Adding a New SMTP Account

Click the '+' button at the bottom of the Server Settings window to add a new SMTP account. This will allow you to configure your Mailgun SMTP settings and start sending emails using their infrastructure.

Step 3: Configuring Outgoing Mail Server

In the 'Outgoing Mail Server' dropdown menu, select your Mailgun SMTP account from the list. The server name will be provided in the welcome email sent by Mailgun, along with the rest of your SMTP credentials.

Step 4: Entering SMTP Credentials

Enter all the details from the welcome email into the corresponding fields. Make sure to fill in the username and password provided by Mailgun to ensure secure authentication.

Step 5: Verifying Outgoing Server

Verify that you have entered the correct outgoing server information by checking the 'Outgoing Server' box. You can enter one of the following options:

* `smtp.mailgun.org`

* `smtp-relay.sendgrid.net`

Step 6: Assigning Email Account to SMTP Server

Finally, assign your email account to the new SMTP server by clicking on the 'Accounts' window and selecting your email account from the left-hand panel. Click on the 'Advanced' tab and enter the Mailgun SMTP settings provided in the welcome email.

That's it! By following these simple steps, you should now be able to send emails using Mailgun's reliable infrastructure with your Apple Mac Mail client.

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