# Email configuration with Sendgrid

**SendGrid** is a cloud-based email service that provides solutions for sending and receiving emails. SendGrid is often used by developers and businesses to manage and optimize their email communication, particularly transactional and marketing emails.

**Steps to Follow:**

1. **Visit the SendGrid website:** Go to the official SendGrid website at <https://sendgrid.com/>.
2. **Sign Up:** Look for a "Sign Up" or "Start for Free" button on the homepage. Click on it to initiate the registration process.
3. **Provide Information:** You will be prompted to enter some basic information to create your account. This typically includes your email address, password, and details about your organization.
4. **Verification:** After entering your information, SendGrid may require you to verify your email address. Check your email inbox for a verification message from SendGrid and follow the instructions to confirm your email.
5. **Complete Registration:** Once your email is verified, you may need to complete any additional steps in the registration process. This might include 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 SendGrid account dashboard. Here, you can find API keys.

## Email Configuration Instructions

1. Select the email provider "SENDGRID".

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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. Click "Save".


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