Recommended email service type for sending alerts

[walter]

I have a Synology NAS and I want to setup Email alerting.

For the SMTP provider to actually send the emails the Synology UI gives the following choices:



My question is: What provider is here recommend? Should I use the provider I use for my normal emails or is it safer/more sensible to use an account just set up for this (e.g. a new Gmail account).

[ed]

For setting up email alerts on your Synology NAS, it is safer and more sensible to use a dedicated email account, separate from your personal email. This helps keep your alerting system secure and ensures that your regular inbox doesn't get flooded with automatic messages.

As for the SMTP provider choices, here are some recommendations based on common email providers:

Gmail: You can use Gmail to set up your email alerts. However, you will need to enable "less secure apps" or use an app password if 2FA is enabled. Be cautious with Gmail's sending limits, as they might block your account if you send too many alerts in a short period.

SMTP Server from Your Web Host: If you have a web hosting account (e.g., through Bluehost, HostGator, etc.), they often offer SMTP servers for outgoing emails. This can be a good option for more reliable, business-related alerting without the limits Gmail may impose.

Dedicated Email Providers (SendGrid, Mailgun, etc.): For more robust email alerting systems, consider a provider like SendGrid or Mailgun, which are designed for sending transactional emails. These services provide better deliverability and won't have the same limitations as Gmail.

[walter]

For setting up email alerts on your Synology NAS, it is safer and more sensible to use a dedicated email account, separate from your personal email. This helps keep your alerting system secure and ensures that your regular inbox doesn't get flooded with automatic messages.

As for the SMTP provider choices, here are some recommendations based on common email providers:

Gmail: You can use Gmail to set up your email alerts. However, you will need to enable "less secure apps" or use an app password if 2FA is enabled. Be cautious with Gmail's sending limits, as they might block your account if you send too many alerts in a short period.

SMTP Server from Your Web Host: If you have a web hosting account (e.g., through Bluehost, HostGator, etc.), they often offer SMTP servers for outgoing emails. This can be a good option for more reliable, business-related alerting without the limits Gmail may impose.

Dedicated Email Providers (SendGrid, Mailgun, etc.): For more robust email alerting systems, consider a provider like SendGrid or Mailgun, which are designed for sending transactional emails. These services provide better deliverability and won't have the same limitations as Gmail.

Thanks for the details. Makes total sense. I am trying out sendgrid.