Set Up Mail Server on Ubuntu VPS (Postfix, Dovecot, SSL, Webmail)

Job ID: 39412717

Budget: $2 – $8 USD

I need an experienced Linux system administrator to set up a secure, self-hosted mail server on my Ubuntu VPS.

The mail server should be configured to send, receive, and manage emails for one or more domains, with strong spam protection, SSL/TLS encryption, and a user-friendly webmail interface.

Requirements:
Configure Postfix (SMTP), Dovecot (IMAP/POP3)

Set up SSL/TLS encryption (Let’s Encrypt or self-signed)

Implement DKIM, SPF, and DMARC for email authentication

Enable Webmail access (e.g., Roundcube or RainLoop)

Ensure deliverability to major providers (Gmail, Outlook, etc.)

Basic spam and virus protection (Amavis/SpamAssassin/ClamAV)

Create user accounts or virtual mailboxes

DNS guidance (MX, TXT records)
Related categories: Ubuntu Email Developer Dovecot Postfix SSL