Protonmail imap smtp

ProtonMail is a popular email service that offers end-to-end encryption and a secure way to communicate online. Here's a brief overview of how to set up ProtonMail with IMAP and SMTP:

IMAP (Incoming Mail Protocol)

To set up ProtonMail with IMAP, you'll need to configure your email client to connect to ProtonMail's IMAP server. Here are the settings:

• Server: imap.protonmail.ch
• Port: 993 (SSL/TLS)
• Username: Your ProtonMail username (e.g., [email protected])
• Password: Your ProtonMail password

SMTP (Outgoing Mail Protocol)

To set up ProtonMail with SMTP, you'll need to configure your email client to connect to ProtonMail's SMTP server. Here are the settings:

• Server: smtp.protonmail.ch
• Port: 587 (TLS)
• Username: Your ProtonMail username (e.g., [email protected])
• Password: Your ProtonMail password
• Authentication: PLAIN or LOGIN (depending on your email client)

Additional Settings

• For IMAP, you may need to enable "Use SSL/TLS" or "Use STARTTLS" in your email client to ensure a secure connection.
• For SMTP, you may need to enable "Use TLS" or "Use STARTTLS" in your email client to ensure a secure connection.
• Some email clients may require you to specify the "Authentication" method as PLAIN or LOGIN for SMTP.

Email Clients

Here are some examples of email clients that support ProtonMail's IMAP and SMTP settings:

• Mozilla Thunderbird
• Microsoft Outlook
• Apple Mail
• Android Email Client
• iOS Mail App

Tips and Considerations

• Make sure to enable two-factor authentication (2FA) on your ProtonMail account to add an extra layer of security.
• Be cautious when using public Wi-Fi networks or untrusted networks, as they may compromise your email account security.
• ProtonMail has a strict policy against spam and phishing, so be aware that some emails may be flagged as spam or blocked.

By following these steps, you should be able to set up ProtonMail with IMAP and SMTP on your email client. If you encounter any issues or have further questions, feel free to ask!