Do I need a Google Workspace Subscription to have a business email?
private email hosting, google workspace is too expensive : selfhosted
Google Workspace email signature management : sysadmin
Options to migrate from Google Workspace email?
If you are looking for a free hosting.
Zoho still has a free tier. Comes with few limitations as listed in their pricing page.
According to that same page.
Forever Free Plan
Up to five users, 5GB/User, 25MB attachment limit. Web access and free mobile apps*. Email hosting for single domain. *IMAP/ POP/ Active Sync are not included in the free plan.
They have a migration guide here.
More on reddit.comWhat is Google Workspace?
Google Workspace (formerly G Suite) is a collection of cloud-based productivity and collaboration tools developed by Google. It comes with a custom email for your business. It’s everything you need to get anything done, now in one place.
What do I get with Google Workspace?
You will get a Gmail connected with your business email address and other familiar tools (Calendar, Meet, Chat, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, Sites, and more) all built with trusted Google security and best-in-class search technology.
How to sign up for Google Workspace?
Choose the proposed package at our pricing table above. After adding it to the cart and completing your purchase, you will be redirected to hPanel. Here, you will be able to take control of your Google Workspace account.
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I went through the steps of setting up a business email and first I registered a domain, but then after setting it all I was prompted to start a business account for something like $26 a month. I just started the free trial but am I signed up for something I don't need? I also only need one user for this email but my company is a few people. I literally only need email with the work domain