Does thunderbird work with bt mail

Thunderbird is a popular email client that can be used with various email providers, including BT Mail. However, to use Thunderbird with BT Mail, you'll need to set up your account manually, as BT Mail doesn't provide a built-in setup wizard for Thunderbird.

Here's a step-by-step guide to help you set up BT Mail with Thunderbird:

  1. Download and install Thunderbird: If you haven't already, download and install Thunderbird from the official Mozilla website.
  2. Create a new account in Thunderbird: Launch Thunderbird and click on "Email" in the start page. Then, click on "Create a new account" and select "Manual config".
  3. Enter your BT Mail account details:
    • Email address: Your BT Mail address (e.g., [yourname]@btinternet.com).
    • Username: Your BT Mail username (usually the same as your email address).
    • Password: Your BT Mail password.
    • Incoming mail server: imap.btinternet.com (IMAP) or pop.btinternet.com (POP3).
    • Outgoing mail server: smtp.btinternet.com.
  4. Configure the account settings:
    • Incoming server: Select "IMAP" or "POP3" depending on your preference.
    • Port: 143 (IMAP) or 110 (POP3).
    • Security: Select "None" or "TLS" (if your BT Mail account uses SSL/TLS encryption).
    • Authentication: Select "Password" and enter your BT Mail password.
  5. Save the account settings: Click "Create" to save the account settings.

After setting up your BT Mail account in Thunderbird, you should be able to access your email, send and receive messages, and manage your account using the Thunderbird interface.

Please note that you may need to adjust the settings slightly depending on your specific BT Mail account configuration. If you encounter any issues, you can refer to the BT Mail support pages or seek assistance from the Thunderbird community forums.