Question 1

Is Bottled really free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Starter plan is free forever — 1 domain, 2 addresses, 25 sends/month. No credit card required. Upgrade only when you need more.

Question 2

How long does setup take?

Accepted Answer

About 5 minutes. Add your domain, paste a few DNS records using our step-by-step wizard, and you're live. Most domains verify in under 15 minutes.

Question 3

Will I still use Gmail?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Incoming emails forward straight to your Gmail inbox. You keep using Gmail for everything — Bottled adds the professional address on top.

Question 4

How is Bottled different from Google Workspace?

Accepted Answer

Google Workspace starts at $6/user/month and requires a separate mailbox. Bottled starts free, uses your existing Gmail, and includes a built-in CRM and email campaigns — no extra tools needed.

Question 5

Do I need technical skills to use Bottled?

Accepted Answer

No. The domain wizard gives you exact DNS records to copy-paste for your specific registrar. If you can manage your domain settings, you can set up Bottled.

Question 6

What happens when I hit the free tier limit?

Accepted Answer

You'll see a clear notification. Your existing emails keep working — you just can't send more until next month, or you can upgrade to Essentials ($9/mo) for 300 sends.

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