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Introduction

Managing email accounts is a crucial aspect of administering a web hosting environment. One common task for users is changing the password for their email accounts. Plesk, a widely used web hosting control panel, provides an intuitive way for users to manage their email accounts, including updating passwords.

Changing an email password is necessary for various reasons, such as enhancing security, recovering from a possible breach, or simply updating a weak password. This guide will walk through the process of changing an email account password within the Plesk Control Panel. It is intended for users who have access to Plesk and need to update email account credentials. The steps outlined here apply to all Plesk environments where the mail service is enabled.

By following these instructions, users will learn how to securely update their email account password in a few simple steps, ensuring account security and functionality.

Prerequisites

• Access to the Plesk Control Panel (valid login credentials).
• Administrative or user-level access that allows modification of email accounts.
• The email account for which the password needs to be changed must already exist.
• It is advisable to have a strong password prepared in advance.

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Log in to Plesk Control Panel

To begin, log in to your Plesk Control Panel using the URL provided by your hosting provider. Enter your username and password, then click Log in.

Step 2: Navigate to the Mail Tab

Once logged in, locate and click on the Mail tab in the Plesk interface. This section allows you to manage all email accounts associated with your domain.

Step 3: Select the Email Account to Modify

In the Mail tab, you will see a list of email accounts. Click on the email account for which you want to change the password. This will take you to the account settings for that specific email address.

Step 4: Change the Password

On the email account settings page, find the password field. Enter the new password in the New Password field. Make sure to follow best practices for password creation, such as using a mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters. Retype the new password in the Confirm Password field to ensure there are no mistakes.

Step 5: Confirm Changes

Once the new password has been entered and confirmed, click the OK button to save the changes. The email account password will be updated immediately.

Conclusion

By following this guide, users can quickly and securely change their email account passwords using Plesk’s interface. Keeping email passwords updated and secure is a best practice to protect against unauthorized access.

Should you have any inquiries about the guidelines, please feel free to open a ticket through your portal account or contact us at support@ipserverone.com. We’ll be happy to assist you further.

Source: www.plesk.com