Add an email account to mail on mac

Here's a step-by-step guide to add an email account to Mail on a Mac:

Method 1: Add an email account using the Mail app

  1. Open the Mail app on your Mac.
  2. Click on "Mail" in the top menu bar and select "Preferences" (or use the keyboard shortcut Command + Comma).
  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 dropdown menu.
  6. Enter your email address, password, and account name.
  7. Click "Continue" to proceed.
  8. If your email provider is not listed, select "Manual Setup" and follow the instructions.
  9. Click "Create" to add the account.

Method 2: Add an email account using the Internet Accounts app

  1. Open the Internet Accounts app on your Mac (it's usually located in the Applications/Utilities folder).
  2. Click on "Accounts" in the top menu bar and select "Add Account".
  3. Select "Email" from the list of account types.
  4. Enter your email address, password, and account name.
  5. Click "Continue" to proceed.
  6. If your email provider is not listed, select "Manual Setup" and follow the instructions.
  7. Click "Done" to add the account.
  8. Go back to the Mail app and click on "Mail" in the top menu bar and select "Preferences" (or use the keyboard shortcut Command + Comma).
  9. Click on the "Accounts" tab and select the new account from the list.

Common email providers and their settings

Here are some common email providers and their settings:

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