Email address linked to the domain name
How do I create an email address with a domain name?
Having a custom email address (like “contact@mycompany.com”) is a must in the professional world today. It helps boost your image and win the trust of your contacts.
Create only a custom email address
With each registered domain name, OVHcloud offers you an email address to customise. Choose your domain name, then create your email account directly on your Control Panel.
Create an email address for your website
You can customise several email addresses with each web hosting plan. You have the option to create specific addresses for different purposes, or for your teams, via your Control Panel.
What is a custom email domain?
A custom email domain is an email address that matches your brand or website’s domain. Don’t settle for a basic address — go for a unique one that matches your professional identity (e.g., pierre@yourcompany.com).
Why choose an email address with your domain name?
Besides customising options and multiple email addresses for your business, here’s why having a domain name for your email is a good idea:
- Stand out from the crowd by projecting a professional image: a custom email domain gives you a professional edge and sets you apart from competitors using free email addresses.
- Better security: public email addresses are risky when it comes to security. Keep your data secure by using a custom domain for your email, and adding extra security measures like S/MIME certificates.
- More control: you can create as many emails as you want with a custom email domain, without changing the domain name. This helps you to manage your email addresses more efficiently. If an employee leaves, the new hire can access the necessary data when they take over.
- Balanced work and personal life: separating your work and personal email addresses improves how you handle your communications, and keeps things more organised and well-managed.
- Multiple messaging: creating multiple email addresses for employees or internal management is simple, whether it is for customer contacts, suppliers, or different departments. It simplifies how you communicate, and makes your organisation more effective.
Opt for OVHcloud as a provider and get a free custom email domain, so you can enjoy all the benefits listed above without spending a dime. It is an added bonus to make the most of your subscription and online presence.
How to choose a domain name
Choosing a domain name is like choosing a company name: it requires a lot of thought. Your domain name is your online identity. Ideally, it should reflect your brand image and be easy to remember. Need help choosing the perfect domain name? Here are some tips.
- Opt for a domain name that is easy to type. Avoid slang or weird spellings that might confuse customers.
- Consider adding your city or county in the domain so users know you are local.
- Avoid numbers and hyphens as they can be confusing.
- Check that the domain you want is not trademarked or already used by another entity, so you don’t run into any legal problems.
- Choose a domain extension (.com, .co.uk) that reflects your company’s purpose and objectives.
- Protect you brand by buying different domain extensions and versions of your domain name to stop your competitors from getting them.
Search for a domain name
How do I set up my own email domain?
Step 1: Choose a hosting provider
For reliable email service, go with a trusted provider like OVHcloud. Make sure it is ICANN-accredited and provides solid security measures like two-factor authentication and DNSSEC protocol.* Don’t fall for hidden costs and appealing deals that could mean paying more in the end.
Step 2: Check the domain name’s availability
Check that your domain name is available and pick an extension that fits your business. Keep in mind that initial and renewal rates may vary. After selecting your domain, simply follow your service provider’s instructions to finish the registration process.
Step 3: Register your domain name
Protect your data by securing your passwords and enabling automatic domain renewal. Some providers include extra security features like DNSSEC* at no cost. Registering your domain for a few years will make it more secure in the long run.
Create a custom email address with your domain name
Create your own email address with a unique domain name, and enjoy the benefits of OVHcloud’s professional email solutions by following these steps.
Create your email address with your domain
- Keep it simple: choose an email address that is clear and to the point, without repetitive patterns like firstname.nom@nom.com.
- Stay professional: choose an email address that reflects the purpose, use “contact@company.com” for general inquiries or “invoicing@company.com” for financial questions.
- Configuration: Once you have chosen your email address, set it up in the OVHcloud Control Panel via the OVHcloud interface . Follow the step-by-step guide to configure without any issues.
Keep your domain and email address secure
- Protect a domain name with DNSSEC*: boost your domain security by adding DNSSEC. This will help you avoid any unauthorised changes to your domain’s DNS records. Simply click the button labelled ‘DNSSEC’ in your domain name’s admin interface to enable it.
💡 DNS: an internet directory that translates domain names (example.com) into IP addresses (192.0.2.1).
💡 DNSSEC: It allows you to add cryptographic signatures to DNS data for authenticity, which protects against identity theft and cache poisoning attacks.
- Anti-spamming for .co.uk domains: If your domain ends in .co.uk and you are a business, configure anti-spam settings to block unwanted emails. This way, your details will remain confidential and won’t be displayed in public domain registries.
- Email security protocols: Check out and implement the email security protocols in the OVHcloud Email Security Policy to protect your emails from potential threats and vulnerabilities.
💡 If you decide to change your domain name later, make sure you follow the right steps to transfer your data and keep your communications going smoothly.
Your questions answered
How do I create an email address with my company name?
To create a custom email address with your company name, you need to register a domain that fits your company’s purpose, then use a professional email hosting service to set it up, manage it — and start using your custom email addresses.
How do I create a professional email address?
Want a free professional email address? Register a domain or choose an OVHcloud web hosting plan. You will get one or more free email addresses.
*DNSSEC: DNSSEC security is only available for domain name extensions that support it. To find out more, go to the extension’s page: see all domain name extensions.