How to Install Mail-in-a-Box on Windows 11

Mail-in-a-Box is a free and open-source email server that allows you to host your own email server with minimal effort. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the steps to install Mail-in-a-Box on Windows 11.

Prerequisites

Before you get started, ensure that you have the following:

Installation Steps

  1. Download the Mail-in-a-Box installer from the official website at https://mailinabox.email/.

  2. Extract the contents of the downloaded ZIP file to a folder of your choice.

  3. Open the extracted folder and run the file start.bat with administrator privileges.

  4. The installation process will begin, and it may take several minutes to complete.

  5. Once the installation is complete, you will be prompted to create a new email account. Follow the on-screen instructions to create your email account.

  6. Finally, you will be presented with the Mail-in-a-Box management interface. From here, you can manage your email accounts, domains, and other settings.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Mail-in-a-Box on your Windows 11 computer. You can now start using your own email server.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have shown you how to install Mail-in-a-Box on Windows 11. By following these steps, you can set up your own email server quickly and effortlessly. We hope this tutorial was helpful to you, and if you have any questions, feel free to leave a comment below.

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