Tech Tips
25th November 2024
We all know the feeling: the dread of switching broadband providers because you might have to change your email address. In fact, 10% of people who’ve never switched providers admit that losing their email is the number one reason they’re still stuck. It’s like being in a relationship you know isn’t working, but you can’t leave because you share a Netflix account.
But here’s the thing—your email shouldn’t be the ball and chain that ties you to a provider. Some providers, like Sky, might let you keep your email even after you’ve moved on, while others, like BT, will make you pay a fee for the privilege. Don’t get us started on Virgin Media—they’ll give you 90 days before they yank your email access away. Talk about a bitter breakup.
So, what’s the solution?
The best way to avoid this digital dilemma is to keep your email address and your broadband provider separate from the start. There are plenty of free email services out there, like Gmail and Outlook, that won’t give you grief if you decide to switch providers. Plus, they’ve got nifty mail fetching features that can import all your old emails, making the transition smoother than you’d think.
Yes, switching to a new email address can feel a bit like moving house—there’s some initial hassle, like updating your contact info everywhere. But set up email forwarding on your old account, and you’ll have plenty of time to catch every stray email.
Sure, it’s a bit of effort up front, but once you’ve made the switch, you’ll never have to worry about being held ransom by your email address again. You’ll be free to switch broadband providers whenever you find a better deal, and your inbox will still be there.
Check out this online guide on how to set up automatic email forwarding
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