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I need a complete, production-ready email server configured on a Linux host. The exact stack is still open—whether that ends up being Postfix, Zimbra, an Exchange-compatible solution, or another well-supported platform, I’m happy to take your recommendation once you understand my traffic volume and feature needs. What matters most is that, at the end, I have: • A secure SMTP/IMAP/POP environment with SSL/TLS, spam and malware filtering, and DKIM/SPF/DMARC properly tuned. • User, domain, and mailbox management set up so I can easily add or remove accounts without touching the command line each time. • Clear documentation covering every step you took, the location of key config files, and backup/restore procedures. I’ll give you SSH access to a fresh Linux VPS along with the necessary DNS credentials. If additional tools—such as PostfixAdmin, Roundcube, or Let’s Encrypt—will simplify administration or strengthen security, please include them in your plan. Your work is accepted when I can send and receive mail reliably from at least two external providers, have no open-relay warnings, and see a clean score on common blacklist checks. Let me know your proposed stack, timeline, and any questions you need answered to get started.
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Hey, Your email stack has one hidden risk: it can look “working” while quietly failing deliverability, and I’d rather prevent that from day one. I can set up a production-ready Linux mail server with the right mix of SMTP/IMAP/POP, TLS, DKIM/SPF/DMARC, spam filtering, and a clean admin flow for mailboxes and domains. I’ve worked with Linux VPS setups, Postfix-style mail delivery, DNS records, Let’s Encrypt, and mailbox/admin tools such as PostfixAdmin and Roundcube, so I can recommend the best stack after reviewing your traffic, features, and the Odoo multi-company email needs in your attachments. I’ve shared an initial estimate based on your description, and once we go over a few technical or functional details, I’ll confirm the exact cost and delivery schedule. I’ll also document the configs, backup/restore steps, and the checks needed to keep blacklist risk low. If you want, I can start by mapping the VPS, DNS, and mailbox workflow first so the final build is reliable rather than just installed. Would you like the setup optimized for a simple mail server, or should I design it around Odoo’s multi-company email flow too? Thanks, Asad
$250 USD in 10 days
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A production-ready mail server that just works — I've set these up on Linux VPS instances multiple times and can start immediately. My recommended stack: Postfix for SMTP, Dovecot for IMAP/POP3, PostfixAdmin for web-based domain and mailbox management so you never need the command line, Roundcube for webmail, SpamAssassin plus ClamAV for spam and malware filtering, and Let's Encrypt for SSL/TLS with auto-renewal. I'll configure DKIM, SPF, and DMARC records properly using your DNS credentials so your mail passes authentication checks and stays off blacklists. Once everything is running, I'll verify clean send/receive with external providers, confirm no open-relay warnings, and run blacklist checks. You'll get full documentation covering every config file, step taken, and backup/restore procedures.
$250 USD in 1 day
7.5
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With your project's need for a secure and reliable email server, I am confident that my extensive background in Linux, PHP, System Administration, along with my profound knowledge of Ubuntu makes me an ideal candidate. I understand the criticality of setting up a production-ready email server that meets your well-defined requirements including SMTP/IMAP/POP environment with SSL/TLS, spam & malware filtering, and proper tuning of DKIM/SPF/DMARC. I'm capable to handle all aspects starting from stack selection like Postfix, Zimbra or another well-supported platform, all the way through to full-scale implementation. My focus extends beyond just delivering the setup; I always add value by providing clear documentation of every step taken during the process, including locations of key config files. This ensures easy future management and further solidifies your system's security._post_ccec429b1a'à'_Let's not forget that you will have complete control over user, domain and mailbox management so you can easily add or remove accounts without needing any command line interactions. I assure you that once I'm done with the project, you will be able to send/receive mail reliably from all external providers, face no issues regarding open-relay warnings and have a clean score on common blacklist checks. Not only will this successful implementation meet your immediate needs but it will also equip you with a strong foundation for future scalability and growth as well. So let's get started!
$250 USD in 2 days
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Hi — I set up production email servers on Linux regularly. Based on your volume and feature needs I'd recommend the right stack (Postfix/Dovecot or Zimbra), deliver secure SMTP/IMAP/POP with SSL/TLS, spam and malware filtering, and properly tuned DKIM/SPF/DMARC, plus user/domain/mailbox administration. I'll harden it, verify deliverability against the major providers, and document the admin steps for you. We run mail infrastructure for our own SaaS products (Hostifire, Watilio). Tell me your expected traffic and I'll finalise the recommendation. — Muhammad Idrees / Global IT Vision Pvt. Ltd
$600 USD in 10 days
8.1
8.1

Hello, I have 10 years of experience in setting up secure and reliable email servers on Linux. I propose configuring your email server with Postfix and Dovecot for SMTP and IMAP/POP, with SSL/TLS, spam, and malware filtering. I will ensure DKIM, SPF, and DMARC are properly configured and provide clear documentation. I will use tools like PostfixAdmin and Let’s Encrypt to simplify administration and strengthen security. Regards, VishnuLal NB*
$500 USD in 1 day
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Hello, It's great to speak with you about your new project..!! I understand issue on website and server malware's effect, for clear this issue we have to perform following actions please review carefully 1. Changes all password (Website and server) 2. Remove all backdoor, no one can access server and there files without permission 3. Scan entire server/code files and database 4. effect files repair and update with system 5. unused php extn and any other content remove form server 6. create logs to proper tracking and make sure same type of issue not comes again 7. handover project to you back Ping us for more better discussion Best
$250 USD in 2 days
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As an accomplished Network, Cybersecurity, VoIP and System Engineer, I have gained commendable knowledge that covers all aspects of your project. Throughout my 10 years of experience in the IT sector, I've successfully designed and implemented network infrastructures for numerous organizations, both small and enterprise-sized, ensuring their functionalities are based on the best practices. With proficiency in system administration of Linux servers, including Ubuntu, I'll be able to flawlessly set up your preferred email server on your Linux host. This includes the installation and configuration of SSL/TLS certificates for enhanced security, implementation of effective spam and malware filters, as well as tuning DKIM/SPF/DMARC settings. I understand the importance of comprehensible documentation, especially when managing user accounts and domain mailboxes. Rest assured, not only will I establish a convenience-driven management system that doesn't necessitate command-line usage for account addition or removal but I'll also produce clear step-by-step documentation covering every crucial aspect including the location of important configuration files and comprehensive backup/restore procedures. With my assurance thus far, you can trust me to complete this project proficiently within an acceptable timeline.
$500 USD in 7 days
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Hi, I can help you with setting up a production-ready email server. Based on your requirements, I'd recommend Postfix with Dovecot for IMAP/POP, plus PostfixAdmin for web-based user management and Roundcube for webmail. I'll include Let's Encrypt for SSL, configure DKIM/SPF/DMARC, and set up spam filtering with SpamAssassin. The whole thing will be documented step by step with backup procedures. I've done this setup many times and can have it running in a few days. Let me know if you want to discuss specifics.
$250 USD in 7 days
7.0
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Hi I can setup you complete Linux mail server with postfix and proper DNS records also mail send /Receive properly.
$250 USD in 1 day
7.0
7.0

I have over 15 years of experience managing Linix servers . I have been managing hundreds of email servers and zimbra has always been my favorite. Please message me and i can walk you through the differences on different types of email servers and deploy the stack you choose. Hoping to hear from you thank you
$250 USD in 1 day
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Hello! We can set up a secure, production-ready mail server for your Linux VPS. 1. How many domains, mailboxes, and expected daily emails should it handle? 2. Do you need webmail and admin access for account management? — About us We are dZENcode – a full-cycle IT company for digital product development: from design and programming to integrations and post-release support. We build projects from scratch and also work on existing solutions that need further development, improvements, or technical support. You can find detailed information about our services and rates on our official website: https://dzencode.com. Please review it – after that, we can discuss the details and agree on the next step. ⚠️ After clarifying all details, we will define the scope, the suitable cooperation format – task-based, outsourcing, or outstaffing – and the final cost. Projects are guaranteed to reach release with us: • 10+ years providing IT services; • 90+ in-house specialists; • 250+ public reviews since 2015; • We support products under SLA after launch; • We work under NDA and a company contract!
$500 USD in 7 days
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With over a decade of experience in web engineering, I can assure you that your Linux Email Server will be expertly set up, configured and maintained. Your priority is my priority; I fully understand the importance of a secure SMTP/IMAP/POP environment, along with proper spam and malware filtering to ensure your emails are both secure and reliable. As such, my familiarity with PHP and SSL protocols will further assure you receive a professionally-set server. An efficient email server is simple to manage and I believe in automating where possible. To this end, I will ensure user, domain, and mailbox management are seamlessly integrated for easy access without having to repeatedly touch the command line. Additionally, my documentation skills are extensive; you'll receive a comprehensive report highlighting all the key configurations files, backup procedures as well as all the steps taken during set up. Lastly, I want to assure you that I will not consider our job complete until you can send and receive mail reliably from multiple providers, with no open-relay warnings and clean scores on all common blacklist checks. Trust me to make your email delivery burden-free. Choose me for thoroughness, professionalism and efficiency for all of your Linux Email Server setup needs!
$250 USD in 2 days
6.0
6.0

Hi There! I specialize in Linux email server deployment with 9+ years of experience, delivering secure, production-ready mail systems with reliable SMTP, IMAP, POP, and strong deliverability. Here's how I can help: 1. Configure a secure Postfix-based stack with Dovecot, Roundcube, PostfixAdmin, SSL/TLS, SPF, DKIM, DMARC, and spam protection. 2. Set up mailbox, user, and domain management with backup, monitoring, and open-relay protection. 3. Test mail flow, blacklist status, and provide complete documentation for maintenance and disaster recovery. How many domains, mailboxes, and estimated daily email volume do you expect the server to handle?
$500 USD in 7 days
5.9
5.9

Your biggest risk is ending up blacklisted within 48 hours if SPF/DKIM/DMARC records are misconfigured or if the server becomes an open relay. I've seen production mail servers get flagged by Microsoft and Google because reverse DNS wasn't aligned with the sending domain, which kills deliverability permanently. Quick question - what's your expected daily outbound volume, and are you planning to send transactional emails (password resets, notifications) or marketing campaigns? That determines whether we need rate limiting and IP warm-up procedures. Also, do you already have a clean IP with no prior spam history, or are we starting fresh on a new VPS? Here's the architectural approach: - POSTFIX + DOVECOT: Industry-standard MTA/MDA stack with virtual mailbox support, eliminates per-user shell accounts and scales to thousands of domains without performance degradation. - RSPAMD + CLAMAV: Real-time spam filtering with Bayesian learning and virus scanning, blocks 98% of junk before it hits inboxes while maintaining low false-positive rates. - POSTFIXADMIN + ROUNDCUBE: Web-based domain/mailbox management and webmail interface, lets you provision accounts in 30 seconds without SSH access. - LET'S ENCRYPT AUTOMATION: Wildcard SSL certificates with auto-renewal via certbot, ensures TLS encryption for SMTP/IMAP connections and prevents certificate expiration failures. - DNS HARDENING: Proper PTR, SPF, DKIM (2048-bit keys), and DMARC policies configured to pass authentication checks at Gmail, Outlook, and Yahoo. I've deployed 15+ production mail servers for SaaS clients processing 50K-500K emails daily with zero blacklist incidents. Let's schedule a 15-minute call to confirm your domain setup and traffic profile before I architect the final stack.
$450 USD in 10 days
6.0
6.0

Hello Dear! I’m Md Toriqul Islam, and I’m excited to partner with you. I can dive into your project immediately. I have rich experience in Linux server administration, Postfix, Dovecot, Zimbra, DNS configuration, SSL/TLS, and email server security. I understand you need a production-ready email server with secure SMTP/IMAP/POP, DKIM/SPF/DMARC, spam filtering, mailbox management, SSL, backup procedures, and complete documentation for reliable long-term administration. I am skilled in Linux, Postfix, Dovecot, Roundcube, Let's Encrypt, DNS, and email security. I’m ready to start immediately and would be happy to discuss the best stack, timeline, and project requirements. Looking forward to hearing from you. Best regards, Md Toriqul Islam
$250 USD in 3 days
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I can set up a secure Linux email server for you using Postfix. My goal is to provide a reliable SMTP/IMAP/POP environment, ensuring SSL/TLS security with spam and malware filtering. I will also configure DKIM/SPF/DMARC for email delivery verification. User and mailbox management will be done for easy access without command line hassle. I will deliver clear documentation highlighting configurations, installation steps, and backup methods. Additionally, I can recommend tools like PostfixAdmin for easy management and Let’s Encrypt for enhanced security. Please send over your preferred stack choice. What specific features do you need for your email server? Are there any particular security concerns you want addressed? What is your timeline for the email server setup? Looking forward to working together! Could you share specific features you're aiming for in the email server?
$250 USD in 13 days
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Hi, I have gone through all three attached documents and have a clear understanding of the requirements. With 12+ years of experience in Linux server administration, I can deploy a production-ready email server using Postfix, Dovecot, PostfixAdmin, Roundcube, SpamAssassin, ClamAV, OpenDKIM, OpenDMARC, and Let's Encrypt. I'll configure SSL/TLS, SPF, DKIM, DMARC, spam filtering, mailbox management, and thoroughly test email delivery with Gmail and Outlook. The server will be secured against open relay and optimized for reliable performance. I'll also provide complete documentation, including configuration, DNS records, and backup/restore procedures. I can start immediately and complete the setup within 2–3 days. Best Regards Jitendra Sharma
$250 USD in 3 days
5.5
5.5

Linux Email Server Setup Open Bids 108 Average bid $421 USD Details Proposals Project Details $250.00 – 750.00 USD Bidding ends in 6 days, 3 hours I need a complete, production-ready email server configured on a Linux host. The exact stack is still open—whether that ends up being Postfix, Zimbra, an Exchange-compatible solution, or another well-supported platform, I’m happy to take your recommendation once you understand my traffic volume and feature needs. What matters most is that, at the end, I have: • A secure SMTP/IMAP/POP environment with SSL/TLS, spam and malware filtering, and DKIM/SPF/DMARC properly tuned. • User, domain, and mailbox management set up so I can easily add or remove accounts without touching the command line each time. • Clear documentation covering every step you took, the location of key config files, and backup/restore procedures. I’ll give you SSH access to a fresh Linux VPS along with the necessary DNS credentials. If additional tools—such as PostfixAdmin, Roundcube, or Let’s Encrypt—will simplify administration or strengthen security, please include them in your plan. Your work is accepted when I can send and receive mail reliably from at least two external providers, have no open-relay warnings, and see a clean score on common blacklist checks. Let me know your proposed stack, timeline, and any questions you need answered to get started.
$500 USD in 7 days
5.5
5.5

Hope you're doing well. This is a solid DevOps-style setup and I’ve built and maintained production email servers on Linux using Postfix/Dovecot stacks with full SPF/DKIM/DMARC hardening, spam filtering, and TLS configuration. I’ve handled similar setups where deliverability and blacklist safety were critical, including VPS-based mail systems with admin panels and webmail access for non-technical management. For your project, I would recommend a stable stack like Postfix + Dovecot + Rspamd + OpenDKIM/OpenDMARC, with Let’s Encrypt SSL and either PostfixAdmin for easy mailbox/domain management and Roundcube for webmail. This gives you full SMTP/IMAP reliability, strong spam protection, and simple GUI-based administration without needing CLI for daily operations. I’ll configure DNS (SPF, DKIM, DMARC, rDNS), secure SMTP/IMAP/POP, set up authentication, anti-spam/virus layers, and verify deliverability by testing with external providers to ensure no relay issues and clean blacklist status. I’ll also document everything clearly for backup, restore, and future scaling. Quick questions: expected daily email volume, and do you need multi-domain support from day one? I can start immediately and deliver a production-ready, fully tested mail server with clean documentation.
$500 USD in 7 days
5.0
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As a Senior Full Stack Developer with a speciality in Linux administration and System Admin, I am confident in my capabilities to deliver the top-notch email server infrastructure you're looking for. With over 6 years of experience under my belt, I have demonstrated a strong command over the tools that will be crucial in setting up your Linux Email Server. My skills include deep comprehension of Linux, SMTP, System Admin, Ubuntu - all of which are integral components required to configure and maintain an effective email server framework. Throughout my career, one of my key strengths has been my capacity to provide "HIGHEST QUALITY" work whilst staying mindful of the budgetary constraints - an aspect I'm sure we can mutually appreciate. I understand the importance of your project's timeline and I commit to delivering within the deadline suggested and my commitment doesn't just stop there; even after completion of the project, I provide continuous support through clear documentation on every step taken and offering guidance on backups, recovery, etc.
$251 USD in 2 days
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