How do i change my incoming mail server
Changing your incoming mail server, also known as the POP3 or IMAP server, depends on your email provider and the type of email client you're using. Here's a general guide to help you through the process:
Step 1: Determine your current incoming mail server
- Check your email provider's website or documentation to find the current incoming mail server settings.
- You can also check your email client's settings or configuration file to find the current incoming mail server.
Step 2: Find your new incoming mail server
- Check with your new email provider to find their recommended incoming mail server settings.
- Make sure to note the following information:
- Server name or hostname
- Port number (usually 110 for POP3 or 143 for IMAP)
- Encryption type (e.g., SSL/TLS, STARTTLS)
Step 3: Update your email client settings
- Open your email client and go to the settings or preferences menu.
- Look for the "Accounts" or "Email Accounts" section and select the account you want to update.
- Click on the "Server Settings" or "Incoming Mail Server" tab.
- Enter the new incoming mail server settings you found in Step 2.
- Make sure to save your changes.
Common email clients and their settings
- Outlook: Go to File > Account Settings > Change > More Settings > Advanced > Incoming mail server.
- Thunderbird: Go to Tools > Account Settings > Server Settings > Incoming.
- Gmail: Go to Settings > Forwarding and POP/IMAP > Enable IMAP or POP.
- iPhone/iPad: Go to Settings > Mail > Accounts > [Your Email Account] > Incoming Mail Server.
- Android: Go to Settings > Accounts > [Your Email Account] > Server Settings > Incoming.
Additional tips
- Make sure to update your outgoing mail server (SMTP) settings as well, if necessary.
- If you're using a third-party email client, you may need to update the settings in the client's settings menu.
- If you're experiencing issues with your email client after updating the incoming mail server settings, try restarting your email client or checking the email client's logs for errors.
Remember to be patient and take your time when updating your incoming mail server settings. If you're unsure about any part of the process, you can always contact your email provider's support team for assistance.