Version: 1.5.8
How to Set Up Email in Gmail
This guide explains how to add your OpenPanel-created email account to Gmail using a web browser.
Note: If you are setting up email on a different device or service, see the main guide: How to setup your email client
Add a New Account in Gmail
Open Gmail in your browser
Click the ⚙️ Settings icon → See all settings → Accounts and Import tab
Under "Check mail from other accounts", click Add a mail account
Enter your full email address and click Next
Select Import emails from my other account (POP3) and click Next
Incoming Mail (POP3) Settings
| Setting | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Username | Your full email address | user@domain.tld |
| Password | Your email account password | **** |
| Server | Incoming mail server address | mail.domain.tld |
| Port | Port number for incoming mail | 995 |
| Security Type | Encryption method for secure connection | SSL/TLS |
| Authentication | Authentication method used to log in | Password |
| Additional | Optionally: "Leave a copy on server" for backup | Checked / Unchecked |
Click Add Account to proceed.
Outgoing Mail (SMTP) Settings
| Setting | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Username | Your full email address | user@domain.tld |
| Password | Your email account password | **** |
| Server | Outgoing mail server address | mail.domain.tld |
| Port | Port number for outgoing mail | 465 / 587 |
| Security Type | Encryption method for secure connection | SSL/TLS |
| Authentication | Authentication method used to send mail | Password |
Click Add Account to finish setup.
Your OpenPanel email is now integrated with Gmail. You can send and receive emails directly from your Gmail account.
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