Apple mail storage still large after deleting emails
The pesky issue of Apple Mail storage still being large after deleting emails!
There are several reasons why Apple Mail storage might not be reducing even after deleting emails. Here are some possible causes and solutions:
- Deleted emails are still stored in the Trash: By default, deleted emails are moved to the Trash folder instead of being permanently deleted. To free up space, go to the Trash folder, select all emails, and press the "Empty Trash" button.
- Attachments are still stored: Even after deleting emails, attachments might still be stored on your device. Check the "Attachments" folder in your Mail app to see if there are any large files taking up space. You can delete these files to free up space.
- Mailboxes are still storing data: Mailboxes, such as the "All Mailboxes" or "Junk Mail" folders, might still be storing data even after deleting emails. Try deleting these mailboxes or moving them to the Trash and then emptying the Trash.
- Mail cache is not being cleared: The Mail app stores a cache of emails to improve performance. However, this cache can grow large and take up space. To clear the cache, go to Settings > [your name] > Storage & iCloud Usage > Manage Storage > Mail, and then swipe left on the "Mail" entry to reveal the "Show All Files" option. Tap on it, and then delete any large files or folders.
- Other apps are storing data: Other apps, such as Notes or Reminders, might be storing data that is taking up space. Check the storage usage of these apps to see if they are contributing to the large storage size.
- Mail app is not updating correctly: Sometimes, the Mail app might not update correctly, causing deleted emails to still be stored. Try restarting your device or reinstalling the Mail app.
- Storage is being used by other accounts: If you have multiple email accounts set up in the Mail app, it's possible that storage is being used by one or more of these accounts. Check the storage usage of each account to see if one is contributing to the large storage size.
To free up space on your device, you can try the following:
- Delete unnecessary emails and attachments
- Empty the Trash folder
- Clear the Mail cache
- Check and delete large files or folders in other apps
- Restart your device or reinstall the Mail app
- Consider upgrading to a larger storage plan or using a cloud storage service like iCloud or Google Drive to store your emails
I hope these suggestions help you free up space on your device and reduce the storage size of your Apple Mail app!