How to change my optus mail to imap

To change your Optus Mail account to use IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol) instead of POP3 (Post Office Protocol version 3), you'll need to follow these steps:

Method 1: Using Optus Webmail

1. Log in to your Optus Webmail account at webmail.optus.com.au.
2. Click on the gear icon () in the top right corner and select "Settings" from the dropdown menu.
3. Scroll down to the "Account" section and click on "Account settings".
4. Under "Account type", select "IMAP" from the dropdown menu.
5. Click "Save changes" to save your changes.

Method 2: Using an Email Client (e.g., Microsoft Outlook, Mozilla Thunderbird)

1. Open your email client and go to the "Account Settings" or "Preferences" section.
2. Click on "Add new account" or "New" and select "IMAP" as the account type.
3. Enter your Optus Mail email address and password.
4. In the "Incoming mail server" field, enter imap.optus.com.au.
5. In the "Outgoing mail server" field, enter smtp.optus.com.au.
6. Make sure the "Use secure connection (SSL/TLS)" checkbox is selected for both the incoming and outgoing servers.
7. Click "Next" or "Finish" to complete the setup process.

Important Notes:

• Make sure you have the correct login credentials (email address and password) to access your Optus Mail account.
• If you're using a third-party email client, you may need to configure the account manually by entering the IMAP and SMTP server settings.
• IMAP allows you to access your emails from multiple devices and synchronize your emails across all devices. However, it may also increase the risk of data loss or corruption if not used properly.
• If you're experiencing issues with IMAP, you can try switching back to POP3 or contacting Optus support for assistance.