Windows Vista and Windows 7 users sometimes experience trouble connecting to the Internet through their VPN. Though the VPN icon shows “green” (connected), their Internet activity is not actually routing through the secure network. The reason for this is that in order for OpenVPN to route traffic correctly, users must run it as an administrator. The following are several solutions for correcting this issue and simplifying the use of OpenVPN. Continue reading Why is my VPN not routing my internet traffic even though it says that I’m connected?
Category: FAQs
Find here answers to common questions about our service, usage of PSMailbox, errors / issues faced by clients while using PSMailbox.
PSMail Security Advisories
PSMail follows coordinated vulnerability disclosure (CVD) process to work with security researchers who are willing to responsibly disclose vulnerability information to our security office.
Why are my outgoing messages failing to send from iMail (MAC OS X)?
Often this indicates a problem with your settings either after a recent software update or from a plugin software like antivirus. Follow these steps to ensure that your account is set up correctly. On a Mac, it is also highly recommended that you DISABLE “automatically manage connection settings” option. As this settings can reset your outgoing settings to a non-work default values.
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Is my email secure?
“Secure email” can sometimes be a slippery term. What exactly does it mean? How secure is my communication really?
There are different levels of security and privacy for email, and there are also different ways of providing it. Some technologies focus only on specific aspects of the email process and others were created to defend against specific threats. For your own peace of mind and confidence, its important to know just what is meant when we at PSMail claim to provide secure email services.
How can I reset my Safari browser so I can send email again?
Safari browser on Mac OS X can stop sending email when using PSMail’s webmail. The symptoms are when you try to hit “Send it” button on PSMail’s Compose Mail page – nothing happens. Here’s how to reset Safari browser and get it working again:
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Can I use PSMail’s VPN to access the Internet via my home country?
PSVPN’s default configuration provides Internet access via either Canada or the US (depending on several factors). It is possible, however, to configure your VPN to terminate to a PSMail server in a specific country every time you connect. Currently, this can be done for three countries: the US, UK, and Canada. (NOTE: Our servers on the European mainland and in Asia are still under beta testing. We can make these available to users who are intersted in testing them early. Just write us through our contact page if you are interested.) Continue reading Can I use PSMail’s VPN to access the Internet via my home country?
How can I prevent my newsletter/PSMail Lists emails from being blocked as spam?
One problem that arises with spam filters and blockers is that legitimate emails are sometimes accidentally identified as spam. This article explains how to prevent your outgoing mailings, such as newsletters or PSMail List emails, from being blocked by your recipients’ spam filters. If you have questions about accidentally blocked incoming messages, please follow this link.
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How can I have someone else renew my PSMail acount while I’m away?
Information for having someone else renew your account.
If you are having someone else pay for your account (like family or a friend) while you are travelling, have them follow these steps:
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What are PSMail’s email specifications?
At PSMail we aim high to provide secure communications service with the most features. Read about our email account specifications for your PSMailBox.
How can I use PSMail to set up a webpage or display an image library?
PSWeb is a web tool included with every PSMail subscription. It helps you create online image libraries, newsletters, and simple webpages. Read more for further information and for setup instructions.
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