Why does apple mail not show all emails

There are several reasons why Apple Mail may not show all emails. Here are some possible causes:

  1. Filtering: Apple Mail uses filters to categorize and prioritize emails. If you have filters set up, they might be hiding certain emails from your inbox. Check your filter settings to see if any filters are set to move or delete emails.
  2. Search criteria: Apple Mail allows you to search for specific emails using keywords, sender, recipient, and other criteria. If you have a search query active, it might be hiding emails that don't match the search criteria. Try clearing the search query to see if all emails are displayed.
  3. Account settings: Ensure that your email account settings are correct and up-to-date. Check your account password, server settings, and port numbers to ensure they are correct.
  4. IMAP vs. POP: Apple Mail uses IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol) to connect to your email account. If your account uses POP (Post Office Protocol), you might need to switch to IMAP or use a third-party email client that supports POP.
  5. Email client cache: Apple Mail stores a cache of emails to improve performance. If the cache becomes outdated or corrupted, it might not display all emails. Try restarting Apple Mail or clearing the cache by going to Mail > Preferences > Accounts > [Account Name] > Advanced > Remove Cache.
  6. Server-side issues: Server-side issues, such as email account limitations or server maintenance, might prevent Apple Mail from displaying all emails. Try checking your email account provider's website or contacting their support team to see if there are any known issues.
  7. Email client configuration: Apple Mail has various configuration options that can affect how emails are displayed. Check your account settings, such as the "Show" dropdown menu, to ensure that all emails are being displayed.
  8. Third-party plugins or extensions: If you have installed third-party plugins or extensions, they might be interfering with Apple Mail's functionality. Try disabling or removing any recently installed plugins or extensions to see if they are causing the issue.
  9. Mailbox size: If your mailbox is full or almost full, Apple Mail might not display all emails. Try deleting or archiving some emails to free up space in your mailbox.
  10. Software conflicts: Conflicts with other software or apps might be causing issues with Apple Mail. Try closing other apps or restarting your device to see if the issue persists.

To troubleshoot the issue, you can try the following steps:

  1. Restart Apple Mail and your device.
  2. Check your email account settings and ensure they are correct.
  3. Clear the email client cache by going to Mail > Preferences > Accounts > [Account Name] > Advanced > Remove Cache.
  4. Try searching for a specific email or keyword to see if all emails are displayed.
  5. Check your mailbox size and delete or archive some emails to free up space.
  6. Contact your email account provider's support team to see if there are any known issues or server-side problems.

If none of these steps resolve the issue, you can try resetting Apple Mail's preferences or seeking further assistance from Apple Support or a third-party email expert.