RainLoop Webmail is a lightweight, modern webmail client with a simple interface and powerful features. It supports IMAP and SMTP, multiple accounts, and plugins. With Softaculous, you can install RainLoop quickly and easily through cPanel.
Why Use RainLoop?
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Clean, responsive webmail interface.
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Supports IMAP/SMTP with SSL/TLS.
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Multiple account support (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Outlook).
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Plugin and theme support for customization.
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Quick one‑click installation via Softaculous.
Steps to Install RainLoop Webmail
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Log in to cPanel.
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Navigate to the Softaculous Apps Installer section.
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Search for RainLoop.
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In the Softaculous dashboard, type RainLoop in the search box.
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Or browse under Mails → RainLoop Webmail.
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Click Install.
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The installation page will open.
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Choose Protocol.
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Select
https://orhttps://wwwif your site has an SSL certificate. -
Select
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⚠️ Important: Because RainLoop handles login credentials, always use SSL connections.
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Choose Domain.
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Select the domain where RainLoop will be installed.
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Set Directory.
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Leave blank if you want RainLoop installed at the root (e.g.,
example.com). -
Enter a folder name (e.g.,
mail) if you want RainLoop installed atexample.com/mail.
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Configure Admin Account.
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Admin Username → Choose a unique username.
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Admin Password → Use a strong password (Softaculous provides a strength meter or can generate one).
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Admin Email → Enter the administrator’s email address.
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Database Settings.
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Provide a database name or accept the default.
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Configure table prefix if needed.
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Advanced Options (Optional).
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Configure automated backups and rotation.
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Enable email notifications for updates.
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Choose auto‑upgrade options for RainLoop.
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Install.
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Review settings and click Install.
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Wait for confirmation. Softaculous will display the RainLoop login URL (e.g.,
example.com/mail).
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Notes
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