# Email configuration with Mailgun

**Mailgun** is an email automation service that provides a set of APIs for sending, receiving, and tracking emails. It offers a range of services to help developers integrate email functionality into their applications or websites.

**Steps to Follow:**

1. **Visit the Mailgun Website:** Go to the official Mailgun website at <https://www.mailgun.com/>.
2. **Sign Up:** Look for a "Sign Up" or "Try for Free" button on the homepage. Click on it to begin the registration process.
3. **Provide Information:** You will be prompted to provide some basic information to create your account. This typically includes your email address, password, and possibly some additional details about your organization.
4. **Verify Email:** After entering your information, Mailgun may require you to verify your email address. Check your email inbox for a verification message from Mailgun and follow the instructions to verify your email.
5. **Complete Registration:** Once your email is verified, you may need to complete any additional steps in the registration process. This could involve providing more information about your use case or agreeing to the terms of service.
6. **Access Dashboard:** After successfully registering, you should be able to access your Mailgun account dashboard. Here, you can find API keys.

## Email Configuration Instructions

1. Select the email provider "MAILGUN".

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2. Enter an email address through which an employer or candidate will receive the emails.
3. Enter Api Key: **Log in to Mailgun** (<https://www.mailgun.com/>). Click on **Settings → API Security**. Find the **Private API Key**. **Copy & Save** the key. Use this key.
4. Enter the Domain: Mailgun operates in **two regions**:

   * **US Region** → `api.mailgun.net`
   * **EU Region** → `api.eu.mailgun.net`

   **Clients must select the correct region** based on where their Mailgun account is hosted.\
   To check: **Go to Mailgun Dashboard** → Click **Domains**. Check if the domain is in the **US or EU region** and enter this value.
5. Click "Save".


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