Apple outgoing mail server not working

Frustrating!

If Apple's outgoing mail server (SMTP) is not working for you, there are a few troubleshooting steps you can try to resolve the issue:

  1. Check your account settings: Ensure that your email account settings are correct and up-to-date. Go to Settings > [your name] > iCloud > Accounts > [your email address]. Make sure the "Outgoing Mail Server" is set to "smtp.mail.me.com" and the "Username" and "Password" fields are filled in correctly.
  2. Verify your password: Double-check that your email account password is correct. If you've changed your password recently, try updating it in your device's settings.
  3. Check your internet connection: Ensure that your internet connection is stable and working properly. A poor internet connection can cause issues with sending emails.
  4. Disable and re-enable the email account: Go to Settings > [your name] > iCloud > Accounts > [your email address] and toggle off the "Mail" switch. Wait for 10 seconds and then toggle it back on. This may reset the email account settings.
  5. Check for server issues: Apple's mail servers may be experiencing issues. Check the Apple System Status page to see if there are any reported issues with the mail service.
  6. Try a different email client: If you're using a third-party email client, try using the built-in Mail app on your device to see if the issue persists.
  7. Reset network settings: Go to Settings > General > Reset and select "Reset network settings." This will reset your network settings to their default values.
  8. Check for malware: Run a virus scan on your device to ensure it's free from malware that could be interfering with your email functionality.
  9. Contact your email provider: If none of the above steps resolve the issue, contact your email provider's support team to see if there are any issues on their end.

If you're still experiencing issues, you can try resetting your email account settings to their default values. To do this:

  1. Go to Settings > [your name] > iCloud > Accounts > [your email address].
  2. Tap "Account" and then "Reset Password & Security Questions."
  3. Tap "Reset" and then "Reset Account Settings."
  4. Follow the prompts to reset your account 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.