How to solve smtp error mac mail 2019

The frustration of SMTP errors in Mac Mail!

Don't worry, I'm here to help you troubleshoot and solve the issue. Here are some steps to follow:

Error Messages:

Before we dive into the solutions, please note the error message you're seeing in Mac Mail. Common error messages include:

Step 1: Check Your Email Account Settings

  1. Open Mac Mail and go to Mail > Preferences > Accounts.
  2. Select your email account and click on the "Account Information" tab.
  3. Verify that your email address, password, and server settings are correct.
  4. Make sure you're using the correct SMTP server settings for your email provider.

Step 2: Check Your SMTP Server Settings

  1. Go to Mail > Preferences > Accounts > [Your Email Account] > Advanced.
  2. Click on the "SMTP" tab.
  3. Verify that the SMTP server settings are correct, including:
    • Server: Your email provider's SMTP server (e.g., smtp.gmail.com for Gmail).
    • Port: The correct port number (e.g., 587 for Gmail).
    • Authentication: Make sure it's set to "Password" or "OAuth" (depending on your email provider).
    • Encryption: Ensure it's set to "TLS" or "SSL" (depending on your email provider).

Step 3: Check Your Firewall and Antivirus Settings

  1. Ensure that your Mac's firewall is not blocking the SMTP port (usually 25, 587, or 993).
  2. Check your antivirus software settings to ensure they're not interfering with your email client.

Step 4: Try a Different SMTP Server

  1. If you're using a third-party SMTP server, try switching to your email provider's recommended SMTP server.
  2. If you're using a custom SMTP server, try switching to a different server or contacting your email provider for assistance.

Step 5: Reset Your Email Account

  1. Go to Mail > Preferences > Accounts > [Your Email Account] > Reset.
  2. Click "Reset" to reset your email account settings to their default values.

Step 6: Check for Updates

  1. Ensure that your Mac and Mac Mail are up to date.
  2. Check for updates to your email provider's SMTP server settings or software.

Step 7: Contact Your Email Provider

  1. If none of the above steps resolve the issue, contact your email provider's support team for assistance.
  2. Provide them with the error message and any relevant details about your email account and settings.

By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SMTP error in Mac Mail and get your email working again.