How to Install WildDuck Email Server on macOS

WildDuck is an open-source email server for sending and receiving mails. In this tutorial, we will guide you on how to install WildDuck email server on macOS.

Prerequisites

Before starting installation of WildDuck email server, please make sure that your system meet the following prerequisites:

  • A computer running macOS
  • Node.js version 12 or higher
  • Yarn package manager
  • A domain name (recommended)

Installation

Follow the below steps to install WildDuck email server on your macOS:

  1. Open terminal on your macOS.

  2. Install WildDuck email server using the Yarn package manager in a new directory by running the following command:

    mkdir wildduck && cd wildduck
yarn create wildduck

  3. After the installation, navigate to the installation directory:

    cd wildduck

  4. Run the following command to configure the WildDuck email server:

    npm run configure

    Follow the prompts to configure the server.

  5. After the configuration is complete, start the server using the following command:

    npm start

  6. Once the server is started, access the WildDuck email server in your web browser by visiting http://localhost:3000.

    You will be asked to provide your credentials to access the server, use the credentials you set up during the configuration step.

  7. Finally, set up MX, TXT and other DNS records for your domain name pointing to the server's IP address allowing it to send and receive emails.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed WildDuck email server on macOS.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we’ve walked you through the installation of WildDuck email server on macOS. It’s a powerful email server, and it will be a great addition to your email setup.