How to Create Email Accounts in cPanel: A Step-by-Step Guide

Posted 8 months ago by king in Web Hosting Articles

Learn how to create email accounts in cPanel with this easy step-by-step guide. Set up professional email addresses for your domain in minutes.

Creating an email account in cPanel is straightforward. Follow these steps:

1. Log in to cPanel

  • Access your cPanel account through your hosting provider. Typically, the URL looks like https://yourdomain.com/cpanel.
  • Enter your username and password to log in.

2. Locate the Email Section

  • Scroll down or search for the Email Accounts option under the Email section.

3. Create an Email Account

  • Click on Email Accounts.
  • Click on the Create button.

4. Fill in the Details

  • Domain: If you host multiple domains, select the desired domain for the email address.
  • Username: Enter the name for your email account (e.g., info for info@yourdomain.com).
  • Password: Set a strong password or use the password generator. Make sure to store the password securely.
  • Storage Space: Specify a storage quota for the email account or select "Unlimited" if allowed by your hosting provider.

5. Finalize Creation

  • Once all details are entered, click the Create button.

6. Access the Email Account

  • After creating the account, you can:
    • Access it via cPanel's Webmail.
    • Set it up on an email client (e.g., Outlook, Gmail, Thunderbird).
    • Use the server's IMAP/POP3 and SMTP settings for configuration.

7. Test the Account

  • Send a test email to and from the account to ensure it’s working correctly.

If you encounter any issues, your hosting provider's support team can assist you further.

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