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Search ArticlesEmail features we're adding based on your feedback
After rolling out to our new Private Email platform, many of you told us about features you relied on that aren't available yet. We've collected that feedback and turned it into a committed roadmap of improvements. Features we’re adding, because you asked The last column is what you can do right now, while each feature is being built. FeatureWhat it doesStatusWhat you can do meanwhile Bulk actions Select many emails at once to delete, move, or mark in one step.
[Started] The Scheduled Private Email Network Maintenance | August 18, 2026
Dear Customers, This is to inform you about a forthcoming Private Email Network Maintenance. The update will take place on August 18, 2026, at 2:00 AM EDT | 06:00 UTC. This update is necessary to ensure stable operation of the Private Email network infrastructure and to maintain a secure, stable, and high-performing infrastructure. Duration: 2 hours Services impacted: The temporary network interruptions are possible for some users during the maintenance window.
Namecheap.com, Hosting Services, DNS Service, Private Email, EasyWP, Helpdesk Emergency Maintenance
Dear Customers, Our site namecheap.com is currently undergoing an emergency maintenance due to a power outage affecting our datacenter in Phoenix. Our Shared, VPS and Dedicated servers are experiencing temporary network issues at the moment as well. The websites may become temporary unavailable, load slowly or respond with 503 error. The hosting panel accesses may be also not available.
[Ongoing] Temporary Technical Issues with the Private Email and Jellyfish services – August 13, 2026
Dear Customers, We are experiencing an ongoing DDoS attack that affects the Private Email and Jellyfish services. As a result, the webmail may not load for some customers; also, issues with sending emails and delays in receiving emails may occur during the downtime window. ETA: Unfortunately, there is no ETA at the moment The issue has been escalated to the responsible team. We are working hard to resolve it in the shortest time. We will keep you regularly updated via this status post.
[Started] Software update of Private Email on August 15, 2026
Dear Customers, This is to inform you about a forthcoming software update on our Private Email server. The maintenance will take place on August 15, 2026, at 3:00 AM EDT | 07:00 UTC. This upgrade is necessary in order to increase the service performance of our servers. Maintenance window: 2 hours 15 minutes Services impacted: Webmail, DAV/CALDAV, and processing of billing orders will be unavailable for up to 2 hours.
Namecheap MCP — Tools Reference - Domains - Namecheap.com
Namecheap MCP connects your AI assistant (such as Claude) to your Namecheap account. Through it, the assistant can check domain availability, hand you a link to buy a domain on Namecheap's own site, manage domain contacts, and read or edit DNS records on your behalf — you just ask in plain language, and the assistant calls the right tools. Getting started You need a Namecheap account. Namecheap MCP is available at https://mcp.namecheap.com/mcp.
[UNPLANNED]: ISSUES WITH SHARED HOSTING PACKAGES LOCATED IN PHOENIX
Dear Customers, Today, July 16, 2026, we are experiencing issues with our hosting servers located in Phoenix. There might be time-out errors on hosted websites and cPanel accounts, mail service issues and malfunction of other server-related services. Unfortunately, we do not have an ETA for the issue’s resolution as of now. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience and understanding. We will provide an update here as soon we have any news.
How EasyWP delivers speed, security, and savings
Slow, inconsistent hosting has a way of making even the best WordPress site feel broken. Pages drag, random errors pop up when you least expect them, and every plugin update feels like a gamble instead of a routine task. If you have ever found yourself holding your breath while you click “Update,” you already know the agony of what bad WordPress hosting can do to an otherwise healthy site. The good news is that you do not have to live with that kind of instability.
Email tracking protection
Email tracking protection stops senders from seeing when, where, and how you open an email. It does this by blocking sneaky email tracking links embedded in your email that report back on your actions. In this guide you’ll learn: – What email tracking is – How tracking links work – Why email tracking can be a privacy risk – How email tracking protection works – How to stop email tracking Email tracking allows the sender to see exactly what you do with their emails.
Why you should register common typos of your domain name
Registering your domain name is only the first step in protecting your online brand. Registering common typos for your domain can help prevent visitor loss, improve the customer experience, and reduce the risk of typosquatting. By forwarding those domains to your primary website, you can ensure customers reach the right place, even if they make a mistake. Anyone who has tried to find the right domain name for their business knows it isn’t easy.