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Google and Outlook Mailboxes by InboxKit (Full admin access to Google & Outlook)

This article covers everything you need to know about InboxKit,Smartlead’s trusted mailbox provider. Learn how to set up Google and Outlook mailboxes with full admin access.

Overview

Introducing InboxKit, Smartlead’s trusted mailbox provider offering Google and Outlook mailboxes with full admin access. Enjoy pre-configured DNS authentication, enterprise-grade security, and optimized deliverability, all powered by SmartSenders.

Smartleaders, we’re introducing InboxKit as a Smartlead-trusted mailbox provider for users who need full administrative access and complete control over their sending infrastructure.

With InboxKit, you can purchase Google or Outlook mailboxes that come ready to use, pre-configured with DNS authentication, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and Cloudflare Enterprise DNS.

You’ll have full access to your Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 Admin Dashboard, allowing you to manage your inboxes, domains, and security settings directly.


InboxKit Pricing and Features

InboxKit mailboxes with Admin Access are available for:

  • $4.5 per mailbox (monthly)

  • $13 per domain (yearly)

Both Google and Outlook providers come fully configured, ensuring a fast and secure setup process.

InboxKit (Powered by SmartSenders) provides a seamless infrastructure setup that includes full admin control, unique workspaces or tenants for each domain, and automated DNS authentication (SPF, DKIM, DMARC).

Security is prioritized with MFA enabled by default and infrastructure managed under Enterprise Cloudflare DNS for maximum performance and reliability.

Google Provider (Powered by InboxKit)

  • Average delivery time: ~48 hour

  • Pricing: $4.5/mailbox | $13/domain

  • Official Google Partner

  • Full access to Google Workspace Admin Dashboard (individual admin panel per domain)

  • Pre-configured with MFA and DNS setup (SPF, DKIM, DMARC)

  • Enterprise Cloudflare DNS

Each Google domain is hosted under an independent Google Workspace, ensuring isolation between senders, maintaining reputation, and improving overall deliverability.

Outlook Provider (Powered by InboxKit)

  • Average delivery time: ~48 hours

  • Pricing: $4.5/mailbox | $13/domain

  • Full access to Microsoft 365 Workspace Admin Dashboard (individual tenant per domain)

  • Pre-configured with MFA and DNS setup (SPF, DKIM, DMARC)

  • Enterprise Cloudflare DNS

Each Outlook domain is provisioned under its own MS365 tenant, ensuring total control and optimal sender reputation across mailboxes.


How to Buy InboxKit Mailboxes

Getting started with InboxKit mailboxes takes just a few minutes:

Log in to Smartlead → Go to Email Accounts → Add Account

Choose SmartSenders.

Select InboxKit Google or Outlook under Create Your Primary Inbox Optimized Infra.

Pick a Domain → Enter or choose a domain name (SmartSenders will suggest options if your preferred one isn’t available).

Choose domains and click on set up and next.

Set Up Mailboxes → Assign names, profile photos and persona apply for. Then click on save & next.


Note: The details you provide will be used as the name of the email account you are creating. Please ensure the correct information and image are used.

Auto-generated Mailboxes will be distributed among the selected names for each domain (e.g., 1 domain having 5 mailboxes with 2 names = 3 mailboxes for one name, 2 for the other name).


Add your contact Details

Review & Pay → Confirm your order (domains billed yearly, mailboxes monthly).

Once confirmed, your mailboxes and DNS configuration will be completed automatically, and admin access credentials will be shared.


Key Notes

  • Each domain supports 1–5 mailboxes.

  • InboxKit mailboxes include full admin access.

  • Domains and mailboxes are exclusive to Smartlead and non-transferable.


Custom Domain Tracking Setup (InboxKit)

For InboxKit mailboxes, custom tracking is pre-configured, you’ll just need to verify your domain to start using it.

Step-by-Step: Verify Custom Domain Tracking

  1. Go to Smartlead → Email Accounts

  2. Enter Your Tracking Domain
    For InboxKit, use the format:

    open.domainname.com
    

    (Replace domainname.com with your actual domain name.)

  3. Verify the Domain
    Click Verify to confirm ownership.
    The custom tracking setup is already configured by default, verification activates tracking for your campaigns.


Recommended Sending Settings

To maintain a healthy sender reputation and ensure consistent inboxing rates, follow these sending and warm-up guidelines:

  • Daily Sending Limit: 15–25 emails per mailbox

  • Time Gap Between Emails: Minimum 15 minutes

  • Warm-Up Volume: 20–30 warm-up emails/day

  • Daily Ramp-Up: Increase by 2–4 emails/day

Best Practice: Keep your warm-up active continuously, even after your campaigns go live. This stabilizes sending patterns and improves deliverability across all domains.


Benefits of InboxKit

  • InboxKit gives Smartlead users complete control, reliability, and performance when building their outbound infrastructure

  • Manage your entire sending environment, users, domains, and security, directly from your Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 Admin Dashboard.

  • Pre-configured authentication Each domain is protected under Cloudflare Enterprise DNS with Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) enabled by default for maximum safety

  • Fully compatible with SmartSenders infrastructure and warm-up engine for a seamless setup, monitoring, and scaling experience.

  • Predictable pay-as-you-go model: $4.5/mailbox (monthly) and $13/domain (yearly).


InboxKit FAQs

What is InboxKit?

InboxKit is Smartlead’s trusted mailbox provider, offering Google and Outlook mailboxes with full admin access. Each mailbox comes pre-configured with DNS authentication (SPF, DKIM, DMARC), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and Cloudflare Enterprise DNS, ensuring secure setup and optimized deliverability.


Why choose InboxKit over regular mailboxes?

InboxKit eliminates the need for manual setup. You get:

  • Pre-authenticated domains and mailboxes ready to use.

  • Full access to Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 Admin Dashboards.

  • Dedicated tenants/workspaces per domain — improving sender reputation.

  • Enterprise-grade reliability via Cloudflare DNS and built-in MFA.


How much does InboxKit cost?

  • $4.5 per mailbox (monthly)

  • $13 per domain (yearly)
    Pricing applies to both Google and Outlook mailboxes with full admin access.


Which providers does InboxKit support?

InboxKit currently supports:

  • Google Workspace (Gmail) — powered by SmartSenders

  • Microsoft Outlook (Microsoft 365)

Each provider comes fully configured with DNS records, MFA, and a dedicated workspace or tenant.


How long does it take to set up InboxKit mailboxes?

Setup typically completes within ~48 hours after purchase.
Once ready, you’ll receive admin credentials and DNS will be fully configured automatically.


How do I buy InboxKit mailboxes?

  1. Log in to Smartlead → Go to Email Accounts → Click Add Account

  2. Choose SmartSenders

  3. Select InboxKit Google or InboxKit Outlook

  4. Pick a domain (or let SmartSenders suggest one)

  5. Assign mailbox names and photos

  6. Review and pay — domains billed yearly, mailboxes monthly

After checkout, setup and DNS configuration start instantly.


How many mailboxes can I create per domain?

Each domain supports 1–5 mailboxes (Google or Outlook).


Do InboxKit mailboxes include admin access?

Ye, all InboxKit mailboxes include full admin access to your Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 tenant.
You can manage users, security, and DNS settings directly.


Can I transfer my InboxKit domain or mailbox elsewhere?

No. InboxKit mailboxes and domains are exclusive to Smartlead and non-transferable to maintain security and deliverability standards.


What are the recommended sending limits?

To maintain a strong sender reputation:

  • Daily sending limit: 15–25 emails per mailbox

  • Time gap between sends: Minimum 15 minutes

  • Warm-up volume: 20–30 warm-up emails per day

  • Daily ramp-up: Increase by 2–4 emails/day

💡 Best Practice: Keep warm-up running continuously, even after campaigns go live.


What’s included in the warm-up setup?

InboxKit mailboxes are pre-configured for fast warm-up compatibility with Smartlead.
You can connect them to your Smartlead warm-up engine immediately after setup, no DNS or manual authentication required.


How is security handled in InboxKit?

InboxKit prioritizes account protection with:

  • Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) enabled by default

  • Enterprise Cloudflare DNS for stability and anti-spam compliance

  • Isolated workspaces/tenants per domain


What happens if I face setup or DNS issues?

Reach out anytime via Smartlead Chat Support or email [email protected].
Our team can verify DNS propagation, fix MX or SPF mismatches, and re-provision mailboxes if needed.


How can I maximize deliverability with InboxKit?

Follow these SmartSenders best practices:

  • Keep warm-up active 24/7

  • Use plain-text or lightly formatted emails

  • Avoid excessive links or tracking pixels

  • Include unsubscribe links

  • Validate all leads before sending


Related Articles

Explore more SmartSenders resources and detailed guides to help you set up, manage, and optimize your cold email infrastructure.

  • SmartSenders: Step-by-Step Walkthrough

  • SmartSenders Pricing

  • SmartSenders FAQs and Troubleshooting: Everything You Need to Know


💬 Need More Help?

If you encounter any setup issues or need assistance choosing between Google and Outlook, connect with Smartlead Chat Support — our deliverability specialists will help you configure and optimize your InboxKit setup.

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