How to set up telstra mail

Setting up Telstra Mail (formerly known as BigPond Mail) is a relatively straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you get started:

Prerequisites:

1. You need a Telstra account with an active email address.
2. You have a device with an internet connection (computer, mobile, or tablet).
3. You have a Telstra username and password.

Setting up Telstra Mail on a Computer:

1. Open a web browser (e.g., Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari) and go to www.telstra.com.
2. Click on the "My Account" button at the top right corner of the page.
3. Sign in with your Telstra username and password.
4. Click on the "Email" tab from the menu.
5. Click on the "Set up email" button.
6. Follow the prompts to set up your email account:
   • Enter your email address and password.
   • Choose your email client (e.g., Outlook, Mozilla Thunderbird, or Telstra Mail).
   • Set up your email account settings:
     • Incoming mail server: mail.telstra.com
     • Outgoing mail server: mail.telstra.com
     • Port numbers: 110 (Incoming) and 25 (Outgoing)
     • Authentication: Use your Telstra username and password
7. Click "Next" and then "Finish" to complete the setup process.

Setting up Telstra Mail on a Mobile Device:

1. Open the email app on your mobile device (e.g., Gmail, Outlook, or the default email app).
2. Tap the "Settings" or "Menu" icon (usually represented by three horizontal lines or a gear icon).
3. Tap "Add account" or "New account".
4. Select "Other" or "Other provider" (depending on your device).
5. Enter your Telstra email address and password.
6. Set up your email account settings:
   • Incoming mail server: mail.telstra.com
   • Outgoing mail server: mail.telstra.com
   • Port numbers: 110 (Incoming) and 25 (Outgoing)
   • Authentication: Use your Telstra username and password
7. Tap "Next" and then "Finish" to complete the setup process.

Additional Tips:

• Make sure your device is connected to the internet before setting up your Telstra Mail account.
• If you're having trouble setting up your account, you can contact Telstra's customer support for assistance.
• You can also set up Telstra Mail on other devices, such as tablets or smartwatches, using the same process.

By following these steps, you should be able to set up your Telstra Mail account and start using it to send and receive emails.