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title: How do I set up an email autoresponder in DirectAdmin?
description: "An autoresponder sends an automatic reply to anyone who emails a specific address. It is ideal for holiday notices, \"we received your message\" confirmations, or letting people know about opening hours. Here is how to set one up in DirectAdmin.…"
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updated: "2026-07-22"
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# How do I set up an email autoresponder in DirectAdmin?

An autoresponder sends an automatic reply to anyone who emails a specific address. It is ideal for holiday notices, "we received your message" confirmations, or letting people know about opening hours. Here is how to set one up in DirectAdmin.

## Before you start

- Make sure the email address already exists in your account.
- Have your reply message and dates ready.

## Step-by-step: create an autoresponder

1. Log in to DirectAdmin (usually at *yourdomain.com:2222*).
2. Open **Account Manager** and click **Autoresponders** (sometimes "Vacation Messages").
3. Click **Create Autoresponder**.
4. Choose the email address the autoresponder applies to.
5. Type your reply in the message box, for example: "Thanks for your email. We will reply within one business day."
6. Optionally set a start and end date so it runs only while you are away.
7. Click **Create** to activate it.

## Writing a good autoresponse

- Keep it short and clear.
- Mention when the sender can expect a real reply.
- Include an alternative contact if it is urgent.
- Avoid sharing sensitive details, since anyone who emails you will see it.

## Turning it off

1. Return to **Autoresponders**.
2. Select the autoresponder and click **Delete**, or edit it to change the dates.

## Troubleshooting

- **No reply is sent:** confirm the autoresponder is enabled and the dates cover today.
- **Senders get replies repeatedly:** most systems only reply once per sender within a set period, which is normal.
- **Formatting looks off:** stick to plain text for the widest compatibility.

## Still stuck?

Our support team can check your autoresponder setup over live chat if anything is not working as expected.