Business Email with Your Own Domain: Why It Matters for Your Company
A professional email address is more than just technology – it is your first impression. Learn why having your own domain makes sense for your business.
Business Email with Your Own Domain: Why It Matters for Your Company
You have started your business or are about to take this step. Your website is taking shape, business documents are prepared. But when it comes to your email address, you might still be uncertain: Is Gmail enough, or should you get your own domain?
I hear this question often from self-employed professionals and small businesses in Salzburg and the surrounding area. Let me help you find the best solution for your needs.
Why Think About Your Email Address at All?
First Impressions Count
Imagine you receive two quotes:
Which one would you trust more? Most people intuitively choose the second option – even though both providers could work equally professionally.
Your own email domain signals: "This is someone who thinks long-term and invests in their business."
Your Brand in Every Message
With every contact with customers, suppliers, or partners, you carry your company name into the world. An email address like contact@amadeuswebdesign.com reinforces your brand with every message sent.
Legal Certainty in Austria
Austria has special requirements for business emails. A professional email structure makes it easier to meet these requirements and gives you and your customers security.
Flexibility for the Future
With your own domain, you can:
What You Need for a Business Email
The setup consists of three components:
1. A Domain (e.g., your-name.at)
2. Email Hosting (the service that manages your emails)
3. An Email Program (Gmail, Outlook, or another program of your choice)
The good news: Setup is much easier today than it used to be, and many providers support you in the process.
What Options Are Available?
All-in-One Solutions
Many Austrian providers offer domain and email hosting together. This has the advantage that everything comes from one source and you have one contact person.
Recommended Features:
I like working with regional providers who offer personal support and understand the needs of self-employed professionals.
Google Workspace
If you already work with Gmail and are satisfied, there is also the option to use Gmail with your own domain. This combines the familiar interface with a professional email address.
To Consider:
Common Concerns I Hear
"Is it not complicated to set up?"
Most providers today have very simple setup processes. If you like, I am happy to help you with this – it usually takes about 30 minutes, and then everything runs smoothly.
"What happens to my existing emails?"
Your old emails remain intact. You can use both addresses in parallel or merge all emails in one place. I am happy to show you how this works best.
"Do I need technical knowledge for this?"
No. Most steps today are very user-friendly. And for anything that is unclear, I am here for you.
"Is it worth it for my small business?"
I understand that well. Let me put it this way: If you plan to build your business long-term, a professional email address is one of the most basic investments. It shows your customers that you are serious.
What to Look for When Choosing
Reliability Comes First
The cheapest provider is not always the best. If your emails do not arrive or the server fails, you lose customers – that is more expensive than any savings on hosting.
Personal Support
Especially at the beginning, it is valuable to have someone you can ask if something is unclear. Providers with good, German-speaking support are worth their weight in gold.
Data Protection
Austria and the EU have high data protection standards. Servers in Austria or the EU are the safer choice here.
The Most Important Steps to Get Started
1. Choose and Register a Domain
- Preferably .at for Austrian companies or .com for international companies
- Short, memorable, professional
2. Set Up Email Hosting
- Consider which addresses you need
- At minimum: info@ or contact@
- Optional: accounting@, inquiry@, etc.
3. Set Up in Your Email Program
- Works with almost any program
- You can continue using Gmail, Outlook, or your preferred program
4. Create Email Signature
- Legally required in Austria
- Should contain imprint information
Email Signature for Austria
Legally, business emails in Austria must contain the following information:
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Max Mustermann
Business Consulting
Musterstrasse 1
5020 Salzburg
Austria
Tel: +43 123 456789
Email: max@mustermann.at
Web: www.mustermann.at
UID: ATU12345678
Company Register Number: FN 123456a
Court of Jurisdiction: Salzburg
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I am happy to help you design your signature in a legally compliant and appealing way.
How I Can Support You
As an IT partner for self-employed professionals in Salzburg and the surrounding area, it is important to me that you find the solution that suits you – not the most expensive or complicated, but the right one.
Together we will look at:
My Approach:
Many of my clients appreciate having a contact person who speaks their language and understands how business works in Salzburg and Austria.
Next Steps
If you are considering setting up a professional email address, or have questions about it:
Email me: info@amadeuswebdesign.com Or call: +43 650 7964955
We will discuss what the best solution is for you. No obligation and no pressure – I want you to feel well taken care of and make the right decision for your business.
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*Written for self-employed professionals and small businesses in Salzburg, Salzburger Land, and Austria | December 2025*