Email client settings (Hosticko recommended) #

Note: Port options and encryption types are standard for cPanel/DirectAdmin mailbox connections. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Step 1: Gather the required information #

Before you start, make sure you have:

• Email address (example: you@yourdomain.com)
• Incoming server (usually mail.yourdomain.com)
• Outgoing server (SMTP) (usually mail.yourdomain.com)
• Username (usually your full email address)
• Password (your mailbox password)

These are the core values every email client asks for. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Step 2: Open your email client #

Launch your preferred client such as Microsoft Outlook, Mozilla Thunderbird, Apple Mail, or a mobile mail app. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

Step 3: Add a new email account #

1. Find Add Account in your email client (often under Account Settings or Preferences).
2. Start the setup process and choose Manual setup if your client asks.

Most clients try “auto-detect” first—manual setup gives you full control when auto-detect fails.

Step 4: Choose IMAP or POP3 #

• IMAP: Syncs mail across devices (recommended for most users). :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
• POP3: Downloads emails to one device (older setup style). :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

Step 5: Enter your account settings #

1. Your name: the display name recipients will see.
2. Email address: your full email address.
3. Password: your mailbox password.
4. Incoming server: mail.yourdomain.com (or hostname/IP).
5. Outgoing server (SMTP): mail.yourdomain.com (or hostname/IP).
6. Username: usually your full email address.

These are the standard fields used by email clients for mailbox setup. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

Step 6: Configure ports and security (important) #

Use one of these secure options (recommended):

Incoming (IMAP) #

• Port 993 with SSL/TLS (recommended)
• Port 143 with no encryption (not recommended)

Incoming (POP3) #

• Port 995 with SSL/TLS (recommended)
• Port 110 with no encryption (not recommended)

Outgoing (SMTP) #

• Port 587 with STARTTLS (recommended)
• Port 465 with SSL/TLS (also common)

These port recommendations are standard for cPanel/DirectAdmin mailbox connections. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

Step 7: Test the connection #

1. Use Test Account Settings / Verify (wording depends on your client).
2. If the test succeeds, you’ll get confirmation and your mailbox will begin syncing.

Testing validates your login, server, port, and encryption settings. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

Step 8: Finish setup #

Click Finish / Done. Your email client should now send and receive mail using your Hosticko mailbox. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

Troubleshooting tips (when it doesn’t connect) #

• Wrong password: reset the mailbox password in cPanel and retry.
• Wrong username: use the full email address, not just the part before @. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
• SMTP fails: confirm SMTP authentication is enabled and use port 587 (STARTTLS) first. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
• SSL errors: try switching between 993/995 (SSL) and 587 (STARTTLS), and ensure the server hostname is correct.