Apple mail accounts keep changing from ssl to non ssl

That's frustrating!

The issue you're experiencing with Apple Mail accounts switching from SSL to non-SSL (or vice versa) is likely due to a configuration change or a bug in the Mail app. Here are some troubleshooting steps to help you resolve the issue:

  1. Check your account settings: Go to Mail > Preferences > Accounts > [Your Account Name]. Ensure that the "Use SSL" checkbox is enabled or disabled as desired. If you want to use SSL, make sure it's enabled.
  2. Verify your server settings: Double-check your server settings to ensure they're correct. You can do this by going to Mail > Preferences > Accounts > [Your Account Name] > Advanced. Make sure the server settings match your email provider's requirements.
  3. Reset your account settings: Try resetting your account settings by going to Mail > Preferences > Accounts > [Your Account Name] > Advanced > Reset. This will reset your account settings to their default values.
  4. Check for updates: Ensure that your Mac and Mail app are up to date. Sometimes, updates can resolve issues like this.
  5. Disable and re-enable SSL: Try disabling SSL and then re-enabling it. To do this, go to Mail > Preferences > Accounts > [Your Account Name] > Advanced > Use SSL. Toggle the switch to disable SSL, then toggle it back to enable it.
  6. Check your email provider's settings: Reach out to your email provider's support team to see if they've made any changes to their SSL settings or if there are any known issues with their service.
  7. Try a different email client: If the issue persists, try using a different email client, such as Microsoft Outlook or Mozilla Thunderbird, to see if the problem is specific to Apple Mail.
  8. Reset your Mail app: As a last resort, you can try resetting your Mail app by going to System Preferences > Mail, Contacts, Calendars > Reset. This will reset your Mail app to its default settings.

If none of these steps resolve the issue, you may want to consider seeking further assistance from Apple Support or your email provider's support team.