How to Setup Email Forwarding in cPanel (Step-by-Step)

Email Forwarding Setup Guide

Forward emails from one address to another in 2 minutes.

Step 1: Login to cPanel

Access your cPanel at: yourdomain.com/cpanel

Step 2: Find Forwarders

Navigate to: Email Section → Forwarders

Step 3: Add Forwarder

1. Click "Add Forwarder"
2. Enter the address to forward FROM (e.g., [email protected])
3. Enter destination address (e.g., [email protected])
4. Click "Add Forwarder"

Advanced Options

Forward to Multiple Addresses

Click "Advanced Options" and add multiple destinations:

[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]

Forward and Keep Copy

Select "Forward to email address" AND check "Deliver to mailbox"

Discard and Send Failure

Use this to block spam to specific addresses

Common Issues

Forwarding Not Working?

• Check spam folder at destination
• Verify SPF records include forwarding server
• Ensure destination accepts external emails

Email Loops

Never forward [email protected] → [email protected] → [email protected]

Best Practices

• Use forwarders for temporary redirects
• For permanent changes, update email client settings
• Monitor forwarded emails for delivery issues
• Keep forwarder list updated

WebHostWare hosting includes unlimited email forwarders with all plans.