How to Set Up Email Forwarding in SOGo (Cow Mail)

Email forwarding is a convenient way to ensure that your important emails are sent to another email address automatically. Whether you’re using multiple email accounts or want to streamline your communication, setting up email forwarding in SOGo (Cow Mail) is a straightforward process. In this article, we’ll walk you through the steps to enable email forwarding in your SOGo webmail account.

Step-by-Step Guide to Setting Up Email Forwarding in SOGo

1. Log into Your SOGo Webmail Account
   Begin by logging into your SOGo webmail using your credentials. This can be accessed through your Limda Host control panel or the webmail login page provided by your hosting service.
2. Navigate to the Mail Options
   Once you are logged in, look for the gear icon located in the top-right corner of the screen.
   • Click on the gear icon.
   • From the menu, select Mail to access the mail settings.
     
3. Access the Forwarding Tab
   After entering the Mail section, you will see several tabs. Click on the Forwarding tab to configure the forwarding options.
4. Enable Email Forwarding
   Inside the Forwarding tab, tick the checkbox labeled “Forward incoming messages” to activate the forwarding feature.
5. Enter the Forwarding Email Address
   In the field provided, enter the email address to which you want your incoming messages to be forwarded. This can be any email account you prefer to receive your emails on.
6. Choose Forwarding Options
   You will see two options below the forwarding address field:
   • Always forward: Select this option to ensure that all incoming emails are forwarded before any filters are applied.
   • Keep a copy: If you want to keep a copy of the forwarded emails in your original inbox, tick this checkbox.
7. Save Your Changes
   Once you’ve configured the forwarding settings, click on the Save button to apply the changes. Your SOGo account will now forward incoming messages to the email address you specified.

Final Thoughts

By following these simple steps, you can easily set up email forwarding in SOGo (Cow Mail) with Limda Host. This feature can be particularly useful if you’re managing multiple email addresses or want to ensure that you never miss an important message. Make sure to keep a copy of forwarded emails if you need access to them on both accounts.