How to Set Up Bluehost OX Mail with POP and IMAP Settings
After creating an email account, you can configure it with an email application on your desktop or mobile device. This guide will walk you through how to set up OX email using either POP or IMAP protocols, with secure SSL/TLS settings.
For users with Professional Email, refer to How to Configure Bluehost Professional Email on Other Apps for setup instructions.
Note: This article applies only to customers whose accounts have been migrated to the Account Manager experience. If you're unsure, check out our New vs Old View Side-by-Side Comparison article.
Pro Tip: Before you configure your email client, consider upgrading to Professional Email or Google Workspace. These services provide domain-based email addresses, enhanced security, and productivity tools tailored to your business.
Understanding POP, IMAP & SMTP
| IMAP (Recommended for Multiple Devices) |
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| POP (Use for Single Device Access) |
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| SMTP (For Sending Emails) |
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OX Mail Settings
| Username | Your email address: [email protected] | ||
| Password | The password for that email account. | ||
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| Outgoing Server | smtp.oxcs.bluehost.com | ||
| Outgoing Port | 587 (SMTP) | ||
| Authentication | Password |
*We do support POP; we encourage IMAP.
Additional Email Client Resources
Here are some resources for 3rd Party Mail Client Set-Up:
Summary
Successfully setting up OX Mail ensures your email communications are secure, synced, and accessible across your preferred devices. Whether you choose IMAP for multi-device syncing or POP for local management, using the correct POP and IMAP email settings along with Bluehost’s recommended server details guarantees smooth and secure email access.
If you need further assistance, feel free to contact us via Chat or Phone:
- Chat Support - While on our website, you should see a CHAT bubble in the bottom right-hand corner of the page. Click anywhere on the bubble to begin a chat session.
- Phone Support -
- US: 888-401-4678
- International: +1 801-765-9400
You may also refer to our Knowledge Base articles to help answer common questions and guide you through various setup, configuration, and troubleshooting steps.