How to Connect Your GoDaddy Email to MailOptimal
Connecting your GoDaddy email account to MailOptimal allows you to automate warmup, monitor deliverability, and improve your email reputation from one unified dashboard. Follow the step-by-step guide below to get started.
Step 1: Gather Your GoDaddy Email Credentials
Before connecting, make sure you have the following details ready:
Your full GoDaddy email address (e.g., you@yourdomain.com)
Its password (or app-specific password, if two-factor authentication is enabled)
Step 2: Locate Your GoDaddy Email Server Settings
Depending on your GoDaddy email plan (Workspace Email or Professional Email), use the appropriate server details:
Recommended IMAP/SMTP Settings:
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| IMAP Server | imap.secureserver.net |
| IMAP Port | 993 (SSL) |
| SMTP Server | smtpout.secureserver.net |
| SMTP Port | 465 (SSL) or 587 (TLS) |
| Username | Your full GoDaddy email |
| Password | Your email/app password |
| Encryption | SSL or TLS |
Note: Always enable authentication for both incoming and outgoing mail.
Step 3: Log in to MailOptimal
Go to MailOptimal Email Warmup and sign in to your dashboard.
Navigate to the Connect Email Account or Add Mailbox section.
Step 4: Add Your GoDaddy Account
Click Connect New Email Account.
Choose Other (IMAP/SMTP) as the provider.
Enter your GoDaddy email address and password.
Input the incoming and outgoing mail server settings as listed above.
Make sure to:
Select IMAP for Incoming Mail Server and fill in imap.secureserver.net with port 993, using SSL.
Select SMTP for Outgoing Mail Server and fill in smtpout.secureserver.net with port 465 (for SSL) or 587 (for TLS), according to your preference and security settings.
Step 5: Authenticate and Test Connection
Click Connect or Save. MailOptimal will verify your credentials and attempt to connect to GoDaddy’s servers.
If the connection is successful, you’ll see your mailbox listed as “active” in your MailOptimal dashboard.
If there are errors, double-check your password, server settings, and port numbers. Confirm that your GoDaddy email service allows IMAP/SMTP access and that any security settings (like two-factor authentication) are properly configured.
Step 6: Start Email Warmup and Deliverability Monitoring
Once connected, enable the email warmup feature from your new mailbox’s settings in MailOptimal.
Monitor your warmup progress, check deliverability reports, and review any alerts directly within the MailOptimal platform.
Troubleshooting Tips
If you use two-step verification, generate an app-specific password in your GoDaddy settings.
Ensure your account isn’t blocked from external IMAP/SMTP connections by GoDaddy admin policies.
If you experience connectivity issues, try switching between ports 465 (SSL) and 587 (TLS).
Connecting your GoDaddy email to MailOptimal sets you up for better deliverability and inbox placement. For further assistance, check MailOptimal’s help center or contact support for personalized troubleshooting.