Changing the password for an email account in cPanel is a simple process. This is helpful if you forget your password or want to enhance security by updating it regularly.
Follow these steps:
Step 1: Log in to cPanel
- Open your web browser and navigate to your cPanel login page (e.g.,
https://yourdomain.com:2083). - Enter your username and password, then click Log in.
Step 2: Access the Email Accounts Tool
- Scroll down to the Email section in the cPanel dashboard.
- Click on Email Accounts.
Step 3: Locate the Email Account
- In the Email Accounts interface, you’ll see a list of all existing email accounts.
- Find the email account for which you want to change the password.
Step 4: Change the Password
- Next to the email account, click the Manage button.
- In the Password section:
- Enter the new password in the provided field or use the Password Generator to create a strong password.
- Confirm the new password by retyping it.
- Click Update Email Settings or Save Changes to apply the new password.
Step 5: Update Email Clients (If Necessary)
- If you access your email through an email client (e.g., Outlook, Thunderbird, or mobile apps), update the password in the client settings.
- Locate the account settings in your email client.
- Enter the new password in the Incoming and Outgoing server settings.
Step 6: Test the New Password
- Log in to your email account via webmail or your email client using the new password.
- Send and receive a test email to ensure the password change was successful.
Tips for Managing Email Passwords
- Use Strong Passwords: Create a password with a mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters.
- Regular Updates: Update your email password periodically to maintain security.
- Keep a Record: Store the password securely in a password manager for easy access.
By following these steps, you can quickly change the password for your email account in cPanel, ensuring your account remains secure and accessible.
