Bigpond mail server settings android
To set up BigPond email on your Android device, you'll need to configure your email client with the correct server settings. Here are the steps:
BigPond Email Server Settings:
- Incoming (IMAP) Server: imap.telstra.com
- Outgoing (SMTP) Server: smtp.telstra.com
- Username: Your BigPond email address (e.g., [yourname]@bigpond.com)
- Password: Your BigPond email password
- Port:
- IMAP: 993 (SSL/TLS)
- SMTP: 587 (TLS)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Open the Email app on your Android device.
- Tap the menu icon (three vertical dots) and select "Settings" or "Manage Accounts."
- Tap "Add account" or "Create account."
- Select "Other" or "Other (POP3/IMAP)" as the email provider.
- Enter your BigPond email address and password.
- Tap "Next" or "Continue."
- Select "IMAP" as the account type.
- Enter the following settings:
- Incoming server: imap.telstra.com
- Incoming port: 993
- Security type: SSL/TLS
- Outgoing server: smtp.telstra.com
- Outgoing port: 587
- Security type: TLS
- Tap "Next" or "Continue."
- Review the settings and tap "Finish" or "Save" to complete the setup.
Tips:
- Make sure you have the correct email address and password.
- If you're using a custom domain (e.g., @yourdomain.com), you may need to use a different server setting.
- If you're having trouble connecting, try checking your internet connection or contacting Telstra's support team for assistance.
By following these steps, you should be able to set up your BigPond email account on your Android device.