ISP blocked port 25

Discussion in 'General Chat' started by CWN, Jul 21, 2006.

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    My ISP does block port 25, therefore I cannot send/receive my server emails. How can I work around this?
     
    CWN, Jul 21, 2006 IP
  2. T0PS3O

    T0PS3O Feel Good PLC

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    You should be able to change the default port of SMTP though I don't know how but Googling to that effect should get you there.
     
    T0PS3O, Jul 21, 2006 IP
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    nevetS Evolving Dragon

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    send mail through your ISP account or get a mail server set up in a data center. ISPs block port 25 because of spam issues and rightfully so. Most ISPs also do not want you running servers off of their accounts. You should check your agreement for any terms relating to running servers, spam, and outbound mail from your account. Many mail servers will deny mail from servers that don't have a valid reverse lookup as well. A VPS account is plenty to handle mail and most websites. It's probably a better option for you.

    Unless you are a spammer. In which case - knock it off! :)
     
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    Thanks nevetS! I used my ISP's stmp server, and it worked!
     
    CWN, Jul 21, 2006 IP