Understanding the Difference Between Domain Hosting and Email Marketing Platforms

Introduction
- Explanation of the difference between hosting a domain on a platform and using an email marketing service through platforms like Google or Outlook.
Domain Hosting vs. Email Marketing
- Differentiating between hosting domain and email marketing on a CRM or a third-party platform.
- Importance of understanding domain hosting and DNS records.
Setting Up Custom Sending Domain
- Need for a domain name to set up a custom sending domain.
- Example of a custom sending domain like support@loansigningsystem.com.
Domain Hosting Process
- Accessing domain section on platforms like SiteGround.
- Option to transfer domains or host them without transferring.
Setting Up DNS Records
- Importance of configuring DNS records for email sending purposes.
- Creating MX records for Google Workspace and Outlook.
Configuring Subdomains
- Explanation of subdomains for custom sending domains.
- Example of subdomain setup like mg.jacquelineevett.com.
Ensuring Email Functionality
- Importance of adding a subdomain to maintain email functionality.
- Avoiding email disruptions by configuring DNS records correctly.
Finalizing the Setup
- Summary of setting up custom sending domain in CRM vs. Google Workspace.
- Recommendation to host root domain on Google Workspace and create subdomains in CRM.
Conclusion
- Clarification that additional email hosting is not necessary for email marketing.
- Emphasis on configuring DNS records for email service functionality.