[Advanced] How to Modify MX Records

Note : It is not recommended for novice users to modify MX (Mail eXchanger) records. An incorrect manipulation of MX records could cause problems when sending emails.

To change MX records:

  1. Connect to your cPanel.
  2. Under Mail, click on MX Entry.
  3. Under Domain, choose the domain for which you want to change MX records.
  4. Under Email Routing, choose the type of routing and click on Change.
  5. Under Add New Record, specify a priority (a lower value means a higher priority) and the destination address.
  6. Click the Add New Record button, and you're done!

For more details on MX records, consult this Wikipedia article.

 

Article ID: #HC5084

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