MX (Mail Exchange)
Can MX records point to an IP address or only to a domain name?
MX records, or Mail Exchange records, are specifically designed to point to a domain name and not directly to an ... continue reading
KB • MX (Mail Exchange) • Updated March 27, 2026
If I’m switching back to cPanel email service, which email routing setting should I use?
When reverting to the cPanel email service, you should set the email routing option to “Local Mail Exchanger” within cPanel. ... continue reading
KB • MX (Mail Exchange) • Updated March 27, 2026
What setting do I have to change in cPanel if my MX records point elsewhere?
If your MX records point elsewhere, ensure that in cPanel, under ‘Email Routing’, you select ‘Remote Mail Exchanger’. This tells ... continue reading
KB • MX (Mail Exchange) • Updated March 27, 2026
How do I check if my MX records are set up correctly?
You can use online tools like dnschecker.org or dnswatch.info to verify your MX records. Enter your domain, select MX, and ... continue reading
KB • MX (Mail Exchange) • Updated March 27, 2026
What are the default MX records for Google Workspace Gmail service?
For Google Workspace Gmail, you can use either the traditional 5 MX records or the new single MX record that ... continue reading
KB • MX (Mail Exchange) • Updated March 27, 2026
What are the default MX records for Microsoft 365?
Microsoft 365 MX records typically follow the format: However, always refer to Microsoft’s official documentation or your admin portal for ... continue reading
KB • MX (Mail Exchange) • Updated March 27, 2026
What are the MX records for SpamExperts service?
To configure SpamExperts in cPanel, you’ll need to update your domain’s MX records to point to SpamExperts’ servers. Here are ... continue reading
KB • MX (Mail Exchange) • Updated March 27, 2026
What is the default MX record for a cPanel hosted domain?
The default MX record for a cPanel hosted domain has a priority of ‘0’ (zero) and points directly to the ... continue reading
KB • MX (Mail Exchange) • Updated March 27, 2026
How long does it take for an MX record change to take effect?
When you update an MX record, the change might not be instant due to DNS propagation. It can take anywhere ... continue reading
KB • MX (Mail Exchange) • Updated March 27, 2026
How do I set up MX records in cPanel?
In cPanel, navigate to the ‘Zone Editor’, then select ‘Manage’ next to your domain. Here, you can add or edit ... continue reading
KB • MX (Mail Exchange) • Updated March 27, 2026
How do MX record priorities work?
MX record priority determines the order in which mail servers are used when sending email to your domain. A lower ... continue reading
KB • MX (Mail Exchange) • Updated March 27, 2026
What are MX records and why are they important?
MX (Mail Exchange) records are a type of DNS record that specifies the mail server responsible for receiving email for ... continue reading
KB • MX (Mail Exchange) • Updated March 27, 2026