Alice mail 猫 pop3 o imap
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Alice Mail is a popular email client in China, and it supports both POP3 and IMAP protocols. Here's a brief overview of each protocol:
POP3 (Post Office Protocol version 3)
- POP3 is a protocol used to retrieve email from a mail server.
- When you use POP3, your email client (Alice Mail) connects to the mail server, downloads your email, and then deletes it from the server.
- This means that your email is stored only on your local device, and you won't be able to access it from another device or location.
- POP3 is suitable for users who only need to access their email from one device.
IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol)
- IMAP is a protocol used to access and manage email on a mail server.
- When you use IMAP, your email client (Alice Mail) connects to the mail server, and your email is stored on the server.
- You can access your email from multiple devices or locations, and your email client will synchronize with the server.
- IMAP is suitable for users who need to access their email from multiple devices or locations, or who want to keep their email stored on the server.
In Alice Mail, you can configure your email account to use either POP3 or IMAP. Here's how:
- Open Alice Mail and go to Settings (usually represented by a gear icon).
- Click on "Account" or "Email Account" and select the account you want to configure.
- Look for the "Protocol" or "Server Type" setting and select either "POP3" or "IMAP".
- Enter the required settings, such as the mail server address, port number, and login credentials.
- Click "Save" to save your changes.
Note that some email providers may have specific requirements or restrictions for using POP3 or IMAP, so be sure to check with your provider if you're unsure. 😊