Att mac mail settings
Here are the common settings for setting up an AT&T email account in Mac Mail:
Step 1: Create a new account
- Open Mac Mail on your Mac.
- Click on "Mail" in the top menu bar and select "Preferences".
- Click on the "Accounts" tab.
- Click the "+" button at the bottom left corner of the window.
- Select "Other Mail Account" and click "Continue".
Step 2: Enter your email account settings
- Enter your name and email address in the respective fields.
- Enter your AT&T email password in the "Password" field.
- Enter your AT&T email server settings:
- Incoming Mail Server:
imap.mail.att.net
(IMAP) orpop.att.net
(POP3) - Outgoing Mail Server:
smtp.mail.att.net
- Port: 993 (IMAP) or 995 (POP3) for incoming, and 587 (SMTP) for outgoing
- Incoming Mail Server:
- Click "Continue" to proceed.
Step 3: Verify your account settings
- Mac Mail will attempt to verify your account settings. If everything is correct, you should see a success message.
- If you encounter any issues, you can try adjusting the settings or contacting AT&T support for assistance.
Additional settings
- You can also set up your AT&T email account to use SSL/TLS encryption by checking the box next to "Use SSL" or "Use TLS" in the "Account" settings.
- If you want to use a different port for incoming or outgoing mail, you can adjust the port numbers in the "Server Settings" section.
Troubleshooting tips
- If you're having trouble connecting to your AT&T email account, try restarting Mac Mail or checking your internet connection.
- If you're still having issues, try resetting your AT&T email account password or contacting AT&T support for assistance.