How to Install vSMTP on Ubuntu Server Latest

vSMTP is a Mail Transfer Agent (MTA) developed by Viridit, which provides a secure and reliable platform for sending and receiving emails. Here's how you can install vSMTP on your Ubuntu server:

Prerequisites

• Ubuntu Server Latest
• Root privileges

Step 1: Download vSMTP Package

Visit the vSMTP website at https://viridit.com/vsmtp-mail-transfer-agent/, and download the package for Ubuntu.

Step 2: Install Dependencies

Before installing vSMTP, it is recommended to install some dependencies. Use the following command to install them:

sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get install openssl stunnel4 libsasl2-2 libsasl2-modules ca-certificates dbus

Step 3: Install vSMTP

Use dpkg to install the vSMTP package:

sudo dpkg -i vsmtp-x.x.x.deb

Here x.x.x refers to the version number of the vSMTP package that you downloaded.

Step 4: Configure vSMTP

The configuration files for vSMTP are located in the directory /etc/vsmtp/. You can modify these files to suit your requirements.

Step 5: Start vSMTP

After configuring vSMTP, you can start the vSMTP service using the following command:

sudo service vsmtp start

Alternatively, you can use systemctl to start the vSMTP service:

sudo systemctl start vsmtp

Conclusion

You have successfully installed vSMTP on your Ubuntu server. Now you can use vSMTP as your Mail Transfer Agent for sending and receiving emails. If you face any issues during the installation process, you can refer to the vSMTP documentation or contact Viridit support for assistance.