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How can I send a copy of all outgoing messages to another mailbox with Exim

The most straightforward way is to set up a system filter, and include a command such as:

This sends a copy of every message to mailbox@serverbuddies.com (unless the message already has that recipient - Exim never does duplicate deliveries). To save only outgoing messages, you need to come up with a definition of what outgoing means. Typically, this might be a check on the sender address and/or on the originating host.

Here is an example:

Checking your outgoing mail server (Is Port 25 blocked?)

Many email clients and services use port 25 for SMTP to send out emails. However an ISP (Internet Service Provider) may block port 25 in order to prevent spamming by its customers. Here is how you can check to see if port 25 is blocked on your network.

1. Type the following command:

2. View Results:
If port 25 is not blocked you will get a successful 220 response (text may vary).

If port 25 is blocked you will get a connection error or no response at all.