Apple mail setup pop account

To set up a POP account in Apple Mail, follow these steps:

Step 1: Open Apple Mail

Open Apple Mail on your Mac or iOS device.

Step 2: Go to Mail Preferences

On a Mac, go to Mail > Preferences. On an iOS device, go to Settings > Mail.

Step 3: Select Accounts

In the Mail Preferences window, select "Accounts" from the top menu.

Step 4: Click on "+"

Click on the "+" button at the bottom left corner of the window to add a new account.

Step 5: Select "Other Mail Account"

Select "Other Mail Account" from the list of account types.

Step 6: Enter Account Information

Enter the following information:

• Account Type: Select "POP" from the dropdown menu.
• Description: Enter a name for your account (e.g., "My POP Account").
• Username: Enter your POP account username.
• Password: Enter your POP account password.
• Host Name: Enter the POP server hostname (e.g., "pop.example.com").
• Port: Enter the POP server port number (e.g., "110").

Step 7: Configure Incoming and Outgoing Mail Servers

In the "Incoming Mail Server" section:

• Host Name: Enter the POP server hostname (e.g., "pop.example.com").
• Port: Enter the POP server port number (e.g., "110").

In the "Outgoing Mail Server" section:

• Host Name: Enter the SMTP server hostname (e.g., "smtp.example.com").
• Port: Enter the SMTP server port number (e.g., "25").

Step 8: Save Changes

Click "Continue" to save your changes.

Step 9: Verify Account Setup

Apple Mail will attempt to verify your account settings. If everything is set up correctly, you should see a success message.

Step 10: Start Using Your POP Account

You can now start using your POP account in Apple Mail. You can send and receive emails, and your emails will be stored on the POP server.

Note: Make sure to check with your email provider for the correct POP server settings, as they may vary. Additionally, if you're using a secure connection (SSL/TLS), you may need to select the "Use SSL" or "Use TLS" option in the "Account" settings.