Setting up an email account in cPanel is a straightforward process that allows you to create professional email addresses for your domain. This tutorial will guide you through the steps to configure your email account in cPanel, enabling you to send and receive emails using your own domain name.

Prerequisites

Before starting the email setup process, make sure you have the following information ready:

• Your cPanel login credentials
• Domain name associated with your cPanel account

1: Access cPanel

1. Open your web browser and enter your cPanel URL in the address bar (e.g., https://yourdomain.com/cpanel).
2. Enter your cPanel username and password.
3. Click “Log In” to access your cPanel dashboard.

Two: Navigate to the Email Accounts Section

1. Once logged in, scroll down or use the search bar to find the “Email” section.
2. Click on “Email Accounts” to proceed.

Three: Create a New Email Account

1. On the “Email Accounts” page, click on “Create” or “Add Email Account.”
2. Fill in the following details:
   • Email: Enter the desired email address you want to create (e.g., in**@yo********.com).
   • Password: Set a secure password for your email account.
   • Mailbox Quota: Define the storage space allocated to the email account (optional).
3. Click on the “Create” or “Add Account” button to create the email account.

Four: Configure Email Client

To access your email account through an email client (e.g., Outlook, Thunderbird), you’ll need to configure the email client settings. Here’s how:

1. Go back to the cPanel dashboard.
2. Scroll down or search for the “Email” section and click on “Email Accounts.”
3. Locate the email account you just created and click on “Connect Devices.”
4. Choose the desired email client from the available options (e.g., “Set Up Mail Client” or “Configure Mail Client”).
5. Follow the on-screen instructions provided by cPanel to configure your email client settings. Make sure to note down the incoming and outgoing mail server details, port numbers, and encryption types.

Five: Test Your Email Account

After configuring your email client, it’s essential to test your email account to ensure it’s functioning correctly. Here’s how:

1. Open your email client and send a test email to another email address.
2. Log in to the email account you sent the test email to and check if you’ve received it.
3. Reply to the test email from your newly created email account and verify if the recipient received your reply.

Congratulations! You have successfully set up an email account in cPanel. You can now start using your professional email address for efficient communication.

Remember to regularly check your email account settings and update passwords for security purposes. If you encounter any issues during the email setup process, refer to your hosting provider’s support documentation or contact their customer support for assistance.

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In this tutorial, we learned how to set up an email account in cPanel. By following the step-by-step instructions, you can create professional email addresses and configure them in your preferred email client. Enjoy seamless email communication with your own domain!