How Greatmail Compares to Popular Email Hosting Providers
| Provider | Price/Mailbox | Monthly Billing | Phone Support |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greatmail | $1.95/month | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Fastmail | $4.00/month | ✓ Yes | ✗ Email only |
| Google Workspace | $6.00/month | ✓ Yes | ✗ Chat only |
*5-mailbox minimum ($9.75/month total). Best value for small teams needing professional email with US-based phone support.
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About Greatmail
Greatmail is an email service provider (ESP) specializing in business class email hosting, SMTP hosting and email servers. For ISPs, application programmers and cloud developers, we also provide custom solutions including dedicated IP servers and process specific, load balanced configurations with multiple servers. From enterprise level antispam and virus protection to inbox deliverability consulting for email marketers, we have the firsthand experience to consistently deliver cost effective solutions for you and your clients.
In the Media
Greatmail is a featured email hosting provider at Hosting Advice. For more information and to read what Sean Garrity at Hosting Advice had to say about Greatmail, please visit the Hosting Advice Developer's Choice article.
Using Sender Authentication to Safeguard Your Messages
Sender authentications like SPF, DKIM and DMARC are increasingly a requirement for emails to deliver succesfully. If you are having problems with your emails not delivering or messages bouncing back due to authentication failure, please read on to learn more about the importance of implementing sender authentication protocols for your domain with your email hosting service.
Getting Your SPF Records Right
Not having a valid SPF record or having an incorrect SPF record can be detrimental and may mean your messages are not hitting inboxes as frequently as they should.
GDPR Compliance
The EU GDPR has a significant impact on personal data protection for individuals in the EU. As a US based email hosting provider with global clients, we've taken steps to be GDPR compliant for our EU customers.
Mail Records Lookup
Check your MX, SPF, DMARC, and DKIM records
Case Studies
Learn how our clients are using Greatmail.
Two-Factor Authentication
Learn how to enable 2FA in your webmail.
Email Hosting Questions (Quick Answers)
How much does Greatmail cost?
Plans start at $1.95/mailbox/month (5-mailbox minimum). See pricing.
Do you help with migration?
Yes! We assist with IMAP moves, DNS changes, and planning. Learn more or contact us.
Is phone support available?
Absolutely. We offer US-based phone support. Call 1-866-592-6044.
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