Add account in mail

To add an account in Mail on a Mac or iOS device, follow these steps:

On a Mac:

1. Open Mail on your Mac.
2. Click on "Mail" in the top menu bar and select "Preferences" from the drop-down menu.
3. Click on the "Accounts" tab.
4. Click on the "+" button at the bottom left corner of the window.
5. Select "Other Mail Account" from the list of options.
6. Enter your account information, including your name, email address, and password.
7. Click "Continue" to proceed.
8. Mail will attempt to set up your account automatically. If it's successful, you'll see a confirmation message.
9. If the setup fails, you can manually configure your account by selecting "Manual Setup" and following the prompts.

On an iOS device:

1. Open the Mail app on your iOS device.
2. Tap on the "Mail" tab at the bottom of the screen.
3. Tap on the "Accounts" button in the top left corner of the screen.
4. Tap on the "Add Account" button.
5. Select "Other" from the list of options.
6. Enter your account information, including your name, email address, and password.
7. Tap "Next" to proceed.
8. Mail will attempt to set up your account automatically. If it's successful, you'll see a confirmation message.
9. If the setup fails, you can manually configure your account by tapping "Other" and following the prompts.

Common account types:

• Gmail: Enter your Gmail address and password, and select "IMAP" as the account type.
• Outlook.com: Enter your Outlook.com address and password, and select "IMAP" as the account type.
• Yahoo Mail: Enter your Yahoo Mail address and password, and select "IMAP" as the account type.
• iCloud: Enter your iCloud address and password, and select "IMAP" as the account type.
• Exchange: Enter your Exchange server address, username, and password, and select "Exchange" as the account type.

Troubleshooting tips:

• Make sure you enter the correct account information, including the correct email address and password.
• Check that your internet connection is stable and working properly.
• If you're having trouble setting up your account, try restarting your device or checking the Mail app's settings for any errors.
• If you're still having trouble, you can contact your email provider's support team for further assistance.