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Modoboa

Regain independence and privacy with your own open-source email server, set up in under 10 minutes.

Quick Info

Starting at €900.00
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Overview

Modoboa is an open-source email server that aims to democratize email hosting, allowing anyone to set up their own secure and private mail infrastructure. It addresses the limitations of both commercial email providers (cost, customization) and free services (data usage, limited features) by offering a robust, self-hosted alternative. The platform integrates various best-of-breed open-source components into a unified web interface, simplifying what is traditionally a complex setup process.

The core value proposition of Modoboa lies in its ability to provide a full-featured email server with minimal effort, thanks to its automated installer. Users gain complete control over their data, choosing where it's stored and how it's managed. Beyond basic email, it includes features like webmail, calendar and address book management, filtering rules, and auto-responders. Security is a priority, with default TLS encryption and support for critical email authentication protocols like SPF, DKIM, and DMARC to protect against spoofing and enhance deliverability. Modoboa fosters a community around its project while also offering professional services for those who require expert assistance with installation, troubleshooting, or maintenance.

Best For

Individuals seeking to host their own email for enhanced privacy and control.
Small businesses or organizations wanting to manage their email infrastructure independently.
Developers and system administrators looking for an integrated open-source email server solution.
Users who want to avoid commercial email providers and their data usage policies.
Educational institutions or non-profits needing a cost-effective email hosting solution.

Key Features

Webmail access
Calendars management
Address books management
Email filtering rules
Auto-responder functionality
Unlimited domains, mailboxes, and aliases
Administrator tools (statistics, migration)
Automated installer for quick setup
TLS encryption by default (with Let's Encrypt)
SPF, DKIM, and DMARC protocol support

Pricing

Bronze

€900.00
  • 5 Included tickets
  • 2 Included updates
  • 1 year Duration
POPULAR

Silver

€1,425.00 /per month
  • 10 Included tickets
  • 2 Included updates
  • 1 year Duration

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Open-source and free to use, promoting data ownership and privacy.
  • Quick and easy setup with an automated installer (under 10 minutes).
  • Consolidates multiple open-source email tools into a single, user-friendly interface.
  • Offers comprehensive email server functionalities comparable to commercial services.
  • Enhances security with default TLS encryption and support for SPF, DKIM, DMARC.
  • Provides professional services for installation, support, and maintenance for those needing assistance.

Cons

  • Requires technical knowledge for initial server setup and ongoing maintenance, despite the installer.
  • Self-hosting an email server can be complex and time-consuming for non-technical users.
  • Relies on proper DNS configuration, which can be a hurdle for beginners.
  • Scalability and reliability might depend heavily on the underlying server infrastructure chosen by the user.
  • Community support might be less immediate than commercial alternatives.
  • Troubleshooting specific email delivery issues (e.g., spam filtering) can be challenging.

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