Roundcube webmail supports multiple languages for its interface. If your webmail is displaying in a language you do not understand, or you simply prefer a different language, you can change it in a few clicks. This setting only affects the Roundcube interface — it does not change the language of your emails.

How to Change the Language

  1. Log in to Roundcube Webmail.
  2. Click the Settings icon (gear ⚙️) in the top-right corner.
  3. In the left sidebar, click Preferences.
  4. Click User Interface.
  5. Find the Language dropdown and select your preferred language.
  6. Click Save at the bottom.
  7. The interface will reload immediately in the selected language.

Important Notes

  • The available languages depend on what your hosting provider has installed. Most providers include English, Afrikaans, Portuguese, French, and Spanish.
  • If your preferred language is not in the list, contact support to request it.
  • The language setting is stored in your browser and Roundcube user preferences. Clearing browser data may reset it.
  • You can change the language at any time without losing emails or settings.

Troubleshooting

  • Language not saving after clicking Save: Clear your browser cache and cookies for the webmail domain, then try again. Some ad blockers or privacy extensions prevent Roundcube from saving preferences.
  • Interface shows the old language after refresh: Log out of Roundcube completely, clear your browser cache, and log back in. If the issue persists, try a different browser or an incognito/private window.
  • My language is not in the list: The language pack is not installed on your server. Submit a support ticket and specify which language you need — we can install additional language packs.
  • Interface partially translated: Some language packs are not 100% complete. The missing translations will fall back to English. This is normal and not an error.
  • Settings page is blank or not loading: Your browser may be blocking JavaScript. Disable any script-blocking extensions or try a different browser.

Need help? Contact our support team.

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