How to add mail accounts on mac

Adding a mail account on a Mac is a relatively straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide:

Method 1: Add a Mail Account using the Mail App

  1. Open the Mail app on your Mac. You can find it in the Applications folder or use Spotlight to search for it.
  2. Click on "Mail" in the top menu bar and select "Preferences" (or use the keyboard shortcut Command + Comma).
  3. Click on the "Accounts" tab.
  4. Click on the "+" button at the bottom left corner of the window.
  5. Select "Other Mail Account" from the dropdown menu.
  6. Enter your name, email address, and password for the new account.
  7. Click "Continue" to proceed.
  8. If your email provider is not listed, you can enter the settings manually. You can find the settings by contacting your email provider or searching online.
  9. Click "Create" to add the account.

Method 2: Add a Mail Account using the Internet Accounts App

  1. Open the Internet Accounts app on your Mac. You can find it in the Applications folder or use Spotlight to search for it.
  2. Click on "Mail" in the left sidebar.
  3. Click on the "+" button at the bottom left corner of the window.
  4. Select "Other Mail Account" from the dropdown menu.
  5. Enter your name, email address, and password for the new account.
  6. Click "Continue" to proceed.
  7. If your email provider is not listed, you can enter the settings manually. You can find the settings by contacting your email provider or searching online.
  8. Click "Create" to add the account.

Adding a Mail Account using IMAP or POP

If you want to add a mail account using IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol) or POP (Post Office Protocol), you can follow these steps:

  1. Open the Mail app on your Mac.
  2. Click on "Mail" in the top menu bar and select "Preferences" (or use the keyboard shortcut Command + Comma).
  3. Click on the "Accounts" tab.
  4. Click on the "+" button at the bottom left corner of the window.
  5. Select "Other Mail Account" from the dropdown menu.
  6. Enter your name, email address, and password for the new account.
  7. Select the type of account you want to add (IMAP or POP).
  8. Enter the incoming and outgoing mail server settings. You can find these settings by contacting your email provider or searching online.
  9. Click "Create" to add the account.

That's it! Your new mail account should now be added to your Mac. You can access your email by opening the Mail app and selecting the account from the sidebar.