Shoe Bill

Is there any reason not to use Gandi's built-in SMTP server for the mail, for the new instance?

Is there any reason why I should be self-hosting email?

I don't wanna.

#SelfHosted #SMTP #Email

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Show threadradhitya14h ago

@the

Is there any reason why I should be self-hosting email?

own your data

Show threadSimon Hewison10h ago
@the if anyone offers you a service for "free" that they don't have to, consider what's in it for them? Are they attempting vendor lock-in to other adjacent products or services? Are they trying to monetize something? Do you trust that your data is safe? I don't use any of Gandi's services, so can't vouch for them.
Show threadBytebro 🇬🇧 🇺🇦 🇬🇱2h ago

@zymurgic

Not having a go here at all, but I think I first heard the phrase "If you're not paying for the service, then you ARE the service" about 15 to 20 years ago. People keep on getting suckered by this stuff because 'it's convenient'.

Ob Fes: I'm guilty as well bcs I still use a Gmail email address (although - finally - currently looking to 'transition')!

@the

Show threadh3artbl33d  1h ago

@zymurgic @the

Gandi was acquired by a Dutch investment firm, formerly known as TWS - after the acquisition it was rephrased a merger and subsequently they rebranded the result to YourOnline.

TWS is the most horrible owner. Once they take over a brand it goes downhill very fast. Face first.