How to Rename an Email Address in DirectAdmin

1. Log in to your DirectAdmin Account.

2. In the E-mail Manager section, click on E-mail Accounts or type E-mail Accounts in the navigation filter box. The option will appear. Click on it.

3. Under the Email Account list, the email address appears with a plus icon on the right side.

4. Click on the Plus icon and choose Change Password/Username.

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5. In the Username field, modify/rename your email username.

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6. Click on Save.

Your email address will be renamed successfully.

Updated on: 21/05/2026