Apple.imap.mail.yahoo.com cannot be verified 2020

The infamous "cannot be verified" error!

In 2020, Yahoo! made some changes to their IMAP settings, which might be causing the issue. Here are some possible solutions to help you resolve the "cannot be verified" error when connecting to apple.imap.mail.yahoo.com:

  1. Check your Yahoo! account settings: Ensure that your Yahoo! account is set up to allow IMAP connections. You can do this by following these steps:
    • Log in to your Yahoo! account.
    • Click on your profile picture or avatar in the top right corner.
    • Select "Account Info" from the dropdown menu.
    • Scroll down to the "Account Security" section.
    • Make sure the "Allow apps to access your account" toggle is turned on.
  2. Update your IMAP settings: Try updating your IMAP settings to use the new Yahoo! IMAP server addresses. You can do this by following these steps:
    • In your email client (e.g., Apple Mail, Outlook, etc.), go to the account settings.
    • Look for the IMAP settings and update the server addresses to:
      • imap.mail.yahoo.com (instead of apple.imap.mail.yahoo.com)
      • imap-smtp.mail.yahoo.com (for SSL/TLS connections)
    • Save your changes.
  3. Use the new Yahoo! IMAP server addresses: As mentioned earlier, Yahoo! has updated their IMAP server addresses. You can try using the new addresses:
    • imap.mail.yahoo.com (for non-SSL connections)
    • imap-smtp.mail.yahoo.com (for SSL/TLS connections)
  4. Check your email client's settings: Ensure that your email client is configured to use the correct port numbers and authentication methods. For example:
    • Port 993 for SSL/TLS connections
    • Port 143 for non-SSL connections
    • Authentication method: PLAIN or LOGIN
  5. Try using a different email client: If you're using a specific email client, try using a different one to see if the issue persists. This can help you determine if the problem is specific to your email client or a broader issue.
  6. Contact Yahoo! support: If none of the above solutions work, you can contact Yahoo! support for further assistance. They may be able to help you resolve the issue or provide additional guidance.

Remember to be patient and try each solution carefully, as the "cannot be verified" error can be frustrating to resolve. Good luck!