If you have created a professional email account within cPanel and want to manage your messages using external clients like Microsoft Outlook, Mozilla Thunderbird, or directly on your mobile device (Android/iPhone), you will need the secure connection settings (SSL/TLS).
Universal Secure Configuration Settings (Recommended)
Regardless of the application or device you are running, always select the Manual Setup or Advanced Settings option and insert the following parameters:
| Setting | Value / Parameters |
|---|---|
| Username | Your full email address (e.g., contact@your-domain.com) |
| Password | The password you assigned to this account in cPanel |
| Incoming Server (Inbound) | mail.your-domain.com |
| Outgoing Server (SMTP/Outbound) | mail.your-domain.com |
Secure Connection Port Numbers (SSL/TLS):
- Incoming Port IMAP (Recommended):
993 - Note on IMAP: Keeps messages synchronized across the server and all your devices simultaneously.
- Incoming Port POP3 (Alternative):
995 - Note on POP3: Downloads messages to your local computer and wipes them from the server.
- Outgoing Port (SMTP):
465
How to locate these parameters inside cPanel automatically:
If you prefer an automated route, cPanel provides ready-to-run auto-configuration profiles for Apple systems and desktop software. Simply log in to cPanel > Email Accounts, find your specific address in the directory, and click the Connect Devices button. The layout will supply direct download scripts tailored for your preferred app.
