Setting Up an Email Account with cPanel on Windows 10

Author:Mikkel Haldorsen
Updated:Jul 17, 2025

To set up an email account using cPanel on your Windows 10 computer, follow these organized steps:

  1. Access cPanel:

  2. Navigate to Email Management:

    • In cPanel, go to "Email > Email Accounts."
  3. Create a New Email Account:

    • Provide the following details:
      • Email Address: john@example.com
      • Password: Use the strong password you created.
      • Account Name: John (or desired display name).
    • Enable spam protection if available.
  4. Configure Email Client (Outlook):

    • Open Outlook and go to "Tools > Account Settings."
    • Click on "New" to add a new account.
    • Enter the full email address and password, then click "Next."
  5. Set Up SMTP Settings:

    • In Outlook, click the account and go to "More Settings > Advanced Settings."
    • Set the SMTP server to mail.yourdomain.com (or your cPanel's SMTP address).
    • Use port 587 for outgoing emails.
  6. Troubleshooting:

    • If issues arise, verify password accuracy and server name.
    • Use the "Forgot Password" link in cPanel if needed.