Can I create a Mailing List with Google Workspace? Print

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Yes. In Google Workspace, mailing lists are created using Google Groups.
A group allows you to send a single email to one address (for example, team@yourdomain.com) and have it delivered to multiple users automatically.

Before creating a mailing list, review how collaboration works in Google Workspace to understand where groups fit.

How Mailing Lists Work in Google Workspace

A Google Group functions as:

  • A shared email address
  • A distribution list
  • A collaborative inbox (optional)

When an email is sent to the group address, all members of the group receive the message.

It is important to distinguish between a group and an email alias:

  • A group sends messages to multiple users
  • An alias delivers messages to a single user

When to Use a Group

You can use a group when you need:

  • Team communication (e.g., sales@, support@)
  • Department-wide messaging
  • Organization announcements
  • A shared inbox for managing emails

Groups are best suited for communication across multiple users rather than individual email routing.

How to Set Up a Mailing List

Setting up a mailing list involves creating and configuring a group:

  1. Sign in to the Google Admin Console
  2. Create a group email address
  3. Configure access and posting permissions
  4. Add members

To proceed, follow the guide to create a group in the Admin Console.
After creating the group, you must add users to a group so they can receive messages.

If your goal is to include all users by default, you may need to create an organization-wide group.

Important Limits and Permissions

  • Groups can support a large number of members
  • A single user can only belong to a limited number of groups
  • Only administrators (or assigned group managers) can create and manage groups
  • Permissions should be configured carefully to control who can send messages

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