How to add outgoing mail server mac

To add an outgoing mail server on a Mac, you'll need to configure your email client to use the new server. Here's a step-by-step guide:

Method 1: Using the Mail app

1. Open the Mail app on your Mac.
2. Click on "Mail" in the top menu bar and select "Preferences."
3. Click on the "Accounts" tab.
4. Click the "+" button at the bottom left corner of the window to create a new account.
5. Select "Other Mail Account" and click "Continue."
6. Enter your name, email address, and password.
7. Click "Next."
8. Select "Manual Setup or Add a Service" and click "Continue."
9. Select "Outgoing Mail Server (SMTP)" and click "Continue."
10. Enter the following information:
    • Server: the outgoing mail server address (e.g., smtp.gmail.com)
    • User Name: your email address
    • Password: your email password
    • Authentication: select "Password" or "OAuth2" depending on your email provider's requirements
11. Click "Continue" and then "Create."
12. Your new account should now be set up and ready to use.

Method 2: Using the Settings app

1. Open the Settings app on your Mac.
2. Click on "Internet Accounts."
3. Click on the "+" button at the bottom left corner of the window to create a new account.
4. Select "Other Mail Account" and click "Continue."
5. Enter your name, email address, and password.
6. Click "Next."
7. Select "Manual Setup or Add a Service" and click "Continue."
8. Select "Outgoing Mail Server (SMTP)" and click "Continue."
9. Enter the following information:
   • Server: the outgoing mail server address (e.g., smtp.gmail.com)
   • User Name: your email address
   • Password: your email password
   • Authentication: select "Password" or "OAuth2" depending on your email provider's requirements
10. Click "Continue" and then "Create."
11. Your new account should now be set up and ready to use.

Common outgoing mail server settings

• Gmail: smtp.gmail.com (port 587)
• Yahoo: smtp.mail.yahoo.com (port 587)
• Outlook: smtp.office365.com (port 587)
• iCloud: smtp.mail.me.com (port 587)

Remember to replace the server address with the one provided by your email provider. If you're unsure about the settings, you can contact your email provider's support team for assistance.