Apple mail app doesn't notify

Frustrating! If Apple Mail isn't notifying you about new emails, here are some troubleshooting steps to help you resolve the issue:

  1. Check your notification settings:
    • Go to Settings > Notifications > Mail.
    • Ensure that "Allow Notifications" is turned on.
    • Make sure the notification style is set to "Alerts" or "Banners" (depending on your preference).
  2. Check your notification settings in Mail:
    • Open the Mail app.
    • Go to Mail > Preferences > Notifications.
    • Ensure that "Show notifications" is turned on.
  3. Check for conflicts with other apps:
    • Some apps might be interfering with Mail's notifications. Try closing other apps or restarting your device to see if it resolves the issue.
  4. Check for Mail app updates:
    • Ensure that you're running the latest version of the Mail app. Go to the App Store, search for "Mail", and update if necessary.
  5. Reset Mail's notification settings:
    • Go to Settings > Notifications > Mail.
    • Tap "Reset" next to "Notification Settings".
    • This will reset Mail's notification settings to their default values.
  6. Check your email account settings:
    • Ensure that your email account is set up correctly in the Mail app.
    • Check your email account's settings on the provider's website to ensure that notifications are enabled.
  7. Check for any pending updates:
    • Go to Settings > [your name] > iCloud > iCloud Backup.
    • Ensure that iCloud Backup is turned on and that your device is backed up.
    • If you're using iCloud Mail, try updating your iCloud account settings.
  8. Try restarting your device:
    • Sometimes, a simple restart can resolve the issue.
  9. Check for any software conflicts:
    • If you're using any third-party email clients or apps, try closing them or uninstalling them to see if it resolves the issue.
  10. Contact Apple Support:
    • If none of the above steps resolve the issue, you can contact Apple Support for further assistance.

I hope these steps help you resolve the issue with Apple Mail not notifying you about new emails!