Cannot verify server identity iphone mail

The frustrating "Cannot verify server identity" error in iPhone Mail!

This error occurs when your iPhone is unable to verify the identity of the mail server you're trying to connect to. This can happen for a few reasons:

  1. Certificate issues: The mail server's SSL/TLS certificate might be expired, invalid, or not properly configured.
  2. Server configuration: The mail server's configuration might be incorrect, causing the iPhone to unable to verify its identity.
  3. Network issues: Your internet connection or network settings might be causing the issue.

To resolve this issue, try the following steps:

Method 1: Check the mail server's certificate

  1. Go to Settings > Mail, Contacts, Calendars > [Your Account] > Account Info.
  2. Tap on "Account Actions" and then "Edit".
  3. Scroll down to the "Server" section and tap on "Host Name".
  4. Check if the mail server's SSL/TLS certificate is valid and not expired.

Method 2: Check the mail server's configuration

  1. Contact your mail server administrator or the person who set up your email account to check if the server configuration is correct.
  2. Ask them to verify that the mail server's SSL/TLS certificate is valid and properly configured.

Method 3: Reset the mail account

  1. Go to Settings > Mail, Contacts, Calendars > [Your Account] > Account Info.
  2. Tap on "Account Actions" and then "Delete Account".
  3. Confirm that you want to delete the account.
  4. Go back to the Mail settings and add the account again.

Method 4: Check your internet connection

  1. Ensure that your internet connection is stable and working properly.
  2. Try restarting your iPhone or checking your internet connection on another device.

Method 5: Disable and re-enable SSL/TLS

  1. Go to Settings > Mail, Contacts, Calendars > [Your Account] > Account Info.
  2. Tap on "Account Actions" and then "Edit".
  3. Scroll down to the "Server" section and toggle off "Use SSL" and "Use TLS".
  4. Wait for a few seconds and then toggle them back on.

If none of these methods resolve the issue, you may want to contact your mail server administrator or Apple Support for further assistance.