Welcome
Welcome to the Apache James Reference Documentation! These documents are for version 3.6.0 of James.
Apache James is a flexible email platform that provides out-of-the-box mail servers that you can start using in production immediately. James runs on the JVM and is highly customizable.
This Reference Book is divided into the following Parts:
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These are the core concepts that describe what James is all about. Start here if you want to learn more about what James can do and how it is designed.
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We provide a few out-of-the-box servers that you can choose from depending on your needs. Start here if you just want to get up and running quickly with a working production-grade mail server.
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Shows how you can customize any James server with the functionalities that you need. Check out this section if you have special business or technical needs and are interested in a custom solution.
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A guide aimed at experienced developers, describing how you can assemble your own specialized server.
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All about the Apache James community, and how you can be part of this active and dynamic group, too!
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Please note that this Reference Documentation is a living document. It is subject to change. You are currently reading version 3.6.0. If you find anything that is unclear, unfinished, or confusing, please do not hestiate to lend us a hand.