Can i delete mac mail app

The nostalgia of the Mac Mail app!

Yes, you can delete the Mac Mail app, but before you do, consider the following:

  1. Alternative email clients: If you're not using Mac Mail, you might be using another email client like Apple's Mail app on iOS devices, Microsoft Outlook, or another third-party email client. You can continue using those alternatives.
  2. Migration: If you have email accounts set up in Mac Mail, you'll need to migrate them to another email client or service. You can export your email data using the "Export" feature in Mac Mail or use a third-party tool to transfer your emails.
  3. System requirements: Mac Mail is a built-in app, and removing it might affect your system's functionality. Make sure you're not relying on Mac Mail for any critical system functions.

To delete Mac Mail, follow these steps:

macOS High Sierra (10.13) and later:

  1. Go to the Applications folder.
  2. Find the Mail app and drag it to the Trash.
  3. Empty the Trash by right-clicking (or control-clicking) on the Trash icon in the Dock and selecting "Empty Trash."

macOS Sierra (10.12) and earlier:

  1. Go to the Applications folder.
  2. Find the Mail app and right-click (or control-click) on it.
  3. Select "Move to Trash" from the context menu.
  4. Empty the Trash by right-clicking (or control-clicking) on the Trash icon in the Dock and selecting "Empty Trash."

After deleting Mac Mail, you can reinstall it if you need to use it again. You can find the Mail app in the App Store or reinstall it from the Applications folder.

Remember to back up your email data before deleting Mac Mail, as you won't be able to recover it once it's gone.