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How to connect emails to your Gmail/Outlook App (Android)

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How to Connect Hosting Panel SMTP Mail Server on Mobile Apps

This guide explains how to configure your hosting panel email account to work with Gmail and Outlook mobile apps on Android devices. Hosting panel email accounts typically use standard SMTP/IMAP settings that are compatible with most email clients.

Important: Hosting panel email accounts require proper authentication. Ensure you have your full email address and password ready. Some hosting providers may require you to enable SMTP authentication or specific ports in your hosting control panel.

Overview

Hosting panels manage email accounts using standard SMTP (port 465/587) and IMAP (port 993) protocols. You can connect these email accounts to Gmail and Outlook mobile apps by entering the correct server settings manually.

Prerequisites

1

Active Hosting Panel Email Account

You must have an active email account created in your hosting control panel (e.g., user@yourdomain.com).

2

Email Credentials

Have your full email address and password ready.

3

Server Information

Know your mail server hostname (usually mail.yourdomain.com, yourdomain.com, or your server's IP address).

4

App Installation

Install the latest version of Gmail or Outlook app from Google Play Store.

Hosting Panel SMTP/IMAP Server Settings

Use these standard settings for hosting panel email accounts. Replace yourdomain.com with your actual domain name.

Setting Value
Email Address yourname@yourdomain.com
Password Your hosting panel email password
IMAP Server mail.yourdomain.com or yourdomain.com
IMAP Port 993 (SSL/TLS)
SMTP Server mail.yourdomain.com or yourdomain.com
SMTP Port 465 (SSL/TLS) or 587 (STARTTLS)
Username yourname@yourdomain.com (full email address)
Authentication Yes (required)
Note: Some hosting providers use different server hostnames. If mail.yourdomain.com doesn't work, try your main domain (yourdomain.com) or contact your hosting provider for the correct mail server address.

Gmail App Setup (Android)

1

Open Gmail App

Launch the Gmail app on your Android device.

2

Add Account

Tap your profile picture in the top right → "Add another account" → "Other".

3

Enter Email Address

Enter your full hosting panel email address (e.g., user@yourdomain.com) and tap "Next".

4

Enter Password

Input your email account password and tap "Next".

5

Configure IMAP

Gmail will attempt auto-configuration. If it fails, select "Manual setup" → "IMAP".

6

Enter IMAP Settings

Fill in the IMAP server details:

  • Server: mail.yourdomain.com
  • Port: 993
  • Security type: SSL/TLS
  • Username: Your full email address

7

Enter SMTP Settings

Fill in the SMTP server details:

  • Server: mail.yourdomain.com
  • Port: 465 (SSL) or 587 (TLS)
  • Security type: SSL/TLS or STARTTLS
  • Username: Your full email address

8

Complete Setup

Tap "Next" and allow Gmail to verify the settings. Your account should now be configured.

Outlook App Setup (Android)

1

Open Outlook App

Launch Microsoft Outlook on your Android device.

2

Add Account

Tap "Get Started" → "Add Account" → enter your email address → "Connect".

3

Authentication

Enter your email password when prompted.

4

Advanced Settings

If auto-configuration fails, tap "Advanced Settings" or "IMAP/SMTP".

5

Configure IMAP

Enter IMAP server details:

  • IMAP server: mail.yourdomain.com
  • Port: 993
  • Require SSL: Yes

6

Configure SMTP

Enter SMTP server details:

  • SMTP server: mail.yourdomain.com
  • Port: 465 or 587
  • Require SSL/TLS: Yes

7

Complete Setup

Tap "Sign in" or "Connect" to finish the configuration.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Authentication Failed: Verify your email address and password. Ensure you're using the full email address as the username, not just the part before @.
Cannot Connect to Server: Check if your hosting provider has firewall restrictions. Try using your domain name instead of "mail.yourdomain.com" if the latter doesn't resolve.
Port Blocked: Some networks block SMTP ports. Try port 587 with STARTTLS if port 465 doesn't work.
SSL Certificate Errors: Hosting servers may use self-signed certificates. You may need to accept the certificate warning during setup.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to enable anything in my hosting panel?

Usually not, but ensure that SMTP authentication is enabled for your email account in your hosting control panel. Some hosting providers require you to whitelist your IP address or enable SMTP access.

Can I use the same settings for receiving emails?

Yes, the IMAP settings (port 993) are used for receiving emails, while SMTP settings (ports 465/587) are used for sending emails.

What if my domain doesn't have a mail subdomain?

You can use your main domain (yourdomain.com) as the server address, or contact your hosting provider for the correct mail server hostname.

Why does Outlook keep asking for my password?

This usually indicates incorrect server settings or authentication issues. Double-check your SMTP and IMAP configuration, especially the security type and port numbers.

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