Cloud Email Hosting Crisis: Rackspace Customers Face Price Surge
Friday, 16 January 2026, 23:15
Cloud Email Hosting Price Surge
Cloud email hosting has taken a drastic turn as Rackspace announces a staggering price increase. Customers are reeling from a 706% hike in email hosting costs. With the new rates hitting $10 per mailbox monthly, Rackspace’s clients worry about their operational budgets.
Breakdown of New Pricing
- Standard plan: $10 per mailbox/month
- Email Plus add-on: additional $2/mailbox/month
- Archiving add-on: additional $6/mailbox/month for unlimited storage
This sudden financial strain calls into question the future of cloud services for businesses dependent on Rackspace.
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