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Create your first business email address
Set up a professional email like hello@yourdomain.co.uk.
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Quick answer
Set up a professional email like hello@yourdomain.co.uk.
- Aim for progress, not perfection. Your first goal is a live page, even if it is simple.
- You can refine design, content, and email setup after launch without downtime.
- Most customers can get a basic site live in under an hour with the right checklist.
Key details
Professional email improves trust with customers and keeps your business organised.
You can create email accounts directly from cPanel or the dashboard in minutes.
Once created, add it to your phone or Gmail using the settings we provide.
Step-by-step
- Open Email Accounts from your dashboard.
- Choose a mailbox name and password.
- Save the settings and test sending a message.
Quick checklist
- Confirm your login details and security settings
- Connect your domain or choose a new one
- Pick Sitejet or WordPress and publish
- Create at least one professional email address
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