How to set up an IMAP account on an Android device

How to set up an IMAP account on an Android device

Step 1 Open email application

Firstly, let’s start by opening the Email application.

android step 1

Step 2 New account (other)

If you have not used the Email app before, you will have the option to Add New Account. If you already have an account setup, please use the alternative method shown at the bottom of this guide.

android tap add new account

Step 3 Manual setup

On the next page enter your Email Address and Email Password, and choose Manual Setup.


Step 4 iMap

Choose the option for IMAP.

Step 5 Incoming server

Now enter your Email Address as the Username and complete the Incoming Server settings as shown below.


Step 6 Outgoing server

Scroll down and enter the Outgoing Server settings – once again you will need to use your Email Address and Email Password. Once you have entered this information tap Sign In


Your email account will now be setup.



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