How to Set Up Email with Your Domain

Creating a custom email address like you@yourdomain.com adds professionalism and credibility to your brand. Whether you’re running a business or personal blog, setting up email using your domain is simple with the right tools.

✨ Why Use a Custom Domain Email?

• Boosts brand trust and professionalism

• Improves email deliverability

• Helps organize communication

• Easier to manage through your hosting control panel

🛠️ Step 1: Log In to cPanel

Access your hosting dashboard by visiting https://yourdomain.com/cpanel and entering your login credentials.

🛠️ Step 2: Create an Email Account

1. In cPanel, go to Email Accounts under the Email section.

2. Click Create.

3. Choose your domain from the dropdown.

4. Enter your desired email prefix (e.g., info@yourdomain.com).

5. Set a strong password.

6. Click Create to finalize the email account.

📬 Step 3: Access Your Email

Option 1: Webmail (Browser-Based)

• Go to yourdomain.com/webmail

• Log in using your full email and password

• Choose a webmail app like Roundcube or Horde

Option 2: Email Client (Outlook, Thunderbird)

• Use the configuration details shown in cPanel (IMAP/SMTP)

• Enter the server, port, and login credentials as prompted

🔧 Step 4: Configure DNS (If Using External Email Providers)

If you’re using Google Workspace or Zoho Mail, update your MX records in cPanel:

1. Go to Zone Editor under Domains

2. Select Manage next to your domain

3. Update or add the required MX, SPF, and DKIM records

📌 Tips for Managing Your Domain Email

• Set up forwarders if you want emails redirected to another address

• Use autoresponders for vacations or business hours

• Regularly clear old messages to avoid storage overuse

❓ FAQs

Q: Can I connect my domain email to Gmail?
Yes! Use Gmail’s Send Mail As and Check Mail from Other Accounts settings to integrate it.

Q: Is domain email free with hosting?
Most shared hosting providers (like Hiverift) include domain email accounts at no extra cost.

🚀 Final Thoughts

A domain-branded email address isn’t just a nice-to-have — it’s essential for trust and communication. With cPanel or third-party services, setup is easy and impactful.

👉 Need help setting up email? Contact Hiverift Hosting for expert assistance.