Follow these steps to change the password for an existing email account using your DirectAdmin control panel on arkhost.com:
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Access Your DirectAdmin Account
Log in to your arkhost.com DirectAdmin control panel using your account credentials.
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Navigate to Email Accounts
In the E-mail Manager section:
- Click on the E-mail Accounts icon, or
- Type "E-mail Accounts" in the navigation filter box and select the option when it appears.
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Locate Your Email Account
Under the "Account" section, find your email address. You'll see a Plus icon ("+") on the right-hand side of the account row.
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Access Password Change Option
Click on the Plus icon ("+") next to your email address, then select the "Change Password/Username" option from the dropdown menu.
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Set New Password
- In the Password field, enter your new desired password, or
- Use the provided password generator to create a secure, random password.
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Save New Password
Click on the "Save" button to apply the new password to your email account.
Important:
Copy the new password to a secure location immediately. For security reasons, you may not be able to view this password again later.
Password Security Tips:
- Use a strong, unique password for each email account.
- Include a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters.
- Avoid using easily guessable information like birthdates or common words.
- Consider using a reputable password manager to securely store your passwords.
- Change your password regularly, especially if you suspect any security issues.
Note:
After changing your password, you'll need to update it in any email clients or devices you use to access this email account.
