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title: How do I change an email account’s storage quota in DirectAdmin?
description: Each mailbox has a storage quota that limits how much email it can hold. If a mailbox is filling up or you want to give one more room, you can adjust the quota in DirectAdmin in seconds. This guide shows…
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updated: "2026-07-22"
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# How do I change an email account’s storage quota in DirectAdmin?

Each mailbox has a storage quota that limits how much email it can hold. If a mailbox is filling up or you want to give one more room, you can adjust the quota in DirectAdmin in seconds. This guide shows how.

## Why quotas matter

When a mailbox reaches its quota, it can stop receiving new mail, and senders may get a "mailbox full" bounce. Setting sensible quotas keeps mail flowing and helps you manage overall disk usage.

## Changing a mailbox quota

1. Log in to DirectAdmin.
2. Go to **Account Manager > E-mail Accounts**.
3. Find the mailbox and open its settings (modify).
4. Set a new quota in megabytes, or choose unlimited if allowed.
5. Save.

## Managing a full mailbox

If a mailbox is already full, raising the quota is the quickest fix, but it is also worth freeing space by:

- Deleting large attachments and old messages.
- Emptying the Trash and Junk folders.
- Archiving old mail locally if you use a desktop client.

## Keeping an eye on usage

Check mailbox usage from the E-mail Accounts list, where each account's used space is shown. Reviewing this occasionally helps you spot a mailbox that needs more room before it causes problems.

## Troubleshooting

- **Still not receiving mail:** the mailbox may need clearing as well as a higher quota.
- **Cannot set unlimited:** your plan's total disk space still applies.

## Need help?

If a mailbox keeps filling up, our support team can help you plan quotas over live chat.