Bigpond mail box
BigPond Mailbox!
BigPond was a popular internet service provider (ISP) in Australia, and its email service, BigPond Mailbox, was a widely used email platform. Although BigPond is no longer an active ISP, many people still have existing email accounts with BigPond Mailbox.
Here are some common issues and solutions related to BigPond Mailbox:
Login Issues:
- Forgotten password: You can reset your password by clicking on the "Forgot Password" link on the BigPond Mailbox login page and following the prompts.
- Account locked: If your account is locked, you may need to contact Telstra (the parent company of BigPond) to resolve the issue.
Email Access:
- Webmail access: You can access your BigPond Mailbox account through the webmail interface at www.bigpond.com.
- POP3/IMAP settings: If you want to access your email using a third-party email client, you can use the following settings:
- POP3: pop3.bigpond.com (port 110)
- IMAP: imap.bigpond.com (port 143)
Storage and Limits:
- Storage space: BigPond Mailbox accounts typically come with a limited amount of storage space (e.g., 1 GB, 5 GB, or 10 GB).
- Attachment limits: There may be limits on the size and number of attachments you can send or receive.
Security and Spam:
- Spam filtering: BigPond Mailbox has built-in spam filtering, which helps to block unwanted emails.
- Phishing protection: The service also includes phishing protection to help prevent fraudulent emails from reaching your inbox.
Migration and Closure:
- Migration to Telstra Mail: In 2018, Telstra announced that it would be migrating BigPond Mailbox accounts to its new email service, Telstra Mail. If you're still using a BigPond Mailbox account, you may have received an email notification about the migration process.
- Closure: BigPond Mailbox is no longer accepting new accounts, and existing accounts may be subject to closure or migration to Telstra Mail.
If you're experiencing issues with your BigPond Mailbox account, I recommend contacting Telstra's customer support team for assistance.