Email Server Settings

Updated with Gmail, Hotmail and Yahoo Maill Server Settings: IMAP, POP3 and SMTP Settings.

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Lookup the email server settings for your email provider, in seconds. SMTP, IMAP and POP3 settings.

Scroll down this page to find the SMTP, IMAP and POP3 server, SSL and port settings for the TOP 30 email providers.

Do you need the email settings for an email program, or for a phone app?

Then you have come to the right pleace. Here, you can look up the SMTP, IMAP and POP3 email server settings for your email provider, and learn more about email settings in general.

What is SMTP?

What does the abbreviation SMTP stand for? It stands for Simple Mail Transfer Protocol, and it is the standard method that handles email exchange and delivery, across Internet Protocol addresses, or IPs.

When someone sends an email message to a friend via a mail client (email program), it will go to an Outgoing Server (or SMTP server), which is the server that starts a conversation with the friend’s Incoming Server via the internet.

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The two servers “talk” SMTP, so to speak. The SMTP protocol provides the guidelines to making incoming and outgoing servers identify themselves and to communicate, who is the recipient, and who is the sender, and so, how to deliver the email.

Any large email provider has an associated SMTP server that takes care of the email delivery process.

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Email Server Settings.

These are the server settings for the top 20 most popular email providers.

EMAIL PROVIDER	URL	SMTP SERVER	POP / POP3 SERVER	IMAP SERVER
1&1	1and1.com	Smtp.1and1.com	Pop.1and1.com	imap.1and1.com
Airmail	Airmail.net	Mail.airmail.net	Pop3.airmail.net	imap.airmail.net
AOL	Aol.com	Smtp.aol.com	Pop.aol.com	imap.aol.com
AT&T	Att.net	Outbound.att.net	Inbound.att.net	imap.mail.att.net
Bluewin	Bluewin.ch	Smtpauths.bluewin.ch	Pop3s.bluewin.ch	imaps.bluewin.ch
BT Connect	Btconnect.com	Mail.btconnect.tom	Pop3.btconnect.com	Imap disabled
Comcast	Comcast.net	Smtp.comcast.net	Mail.comcast.net	imap.comcast.net
Earthlink	Earthlink.net	Smtpauth.earthlink.net	Pop.earthlink.net	imap.earthlink.net.
Gmail	Gmail.com	Smtp.gmail.com	Pop.gmail.com	imap.gmail.com
Gmx	Gmx.net	Mail.gmx.net	Pop.gmx.net	imap.gmx.com
HotPop	Hotpop.com	Mail.hotpop.com	Pop.hotpop.com	imap disabled
Libero	Libero.it	Mail.libero.it	Popmail.libero.it	imapmail.libero.it
Lycos	Lycos.com	Smtp.mail.lycos.com	Pop.mail.lycos.com	imap.mail.lycos.com
O2	o2.com	Smtp.o2.com	Mail.o2.com	imap.o2.com
Orange	Orange.net	Smtp.orange.net	Pop.orange.net	imap.orange.net
Outlook.com (was Hotmail)	Outlook.com	Smtp.live.com	Pop3.live.com	imap-mail.outlook.com
Tin	Tin.it	Mail.tin.it	Pop.tin.it / Box.tin.it	Box.tin.it
Tiscali	Tiscali.co.uk	Smtp.tiscali.co.uk	Pop.tiscali.co.uk	imap.tiscali.co.uk
Verizon	Verizon.net	Outgoing.verizon.net	Incoming.verizon.net	Incoming.verizon.net
Virgin	Virgin.net	Smtp.virgin.net	Pop.virgin.net	imap4.virgin.net
Wanadoo	Wanadoo.fr	Smtp.wanadoo.fr	Pop.wanadoo.fr	imap.orange.fr
Yahoo	Yahoo.com	Smtp.mail.yahoo.com	Pop.mail.yahoo.com	imap.mail.yahoo.com

PORT, SSL and Password Server Settings.

EMAIL PROVIDERS – TOP 35 EMAIL PROVIDERS
	INCOMING MAIL SERVER			OUTGOING MAIL SERVER
	Server name	Port	Type	Security	Server name	Port	Security	Requires Password
aim.com	imap.aim.com	143	IMAP4	none	smtp.aim.com	587	none	Yes
aol.com	imap.aol.com	143	IMAP4	none	smtp.aol.com	587	none	Yes
att.net	pop.att.yahoo.com	995	POP3	SSL (always)	smtp.att.yahoo.com	465	SSL (always)	Yes
bellsouth.net	pop.att.yahoo.com	995 or 110	POP3	SSL (always)	smtp.att.yahoo.com	465 or 25	SMTP	Yes
charter.net	mobile.charter.net	993	IMAP4	SSL (always)	mobile.charter.net	587	SSL (always)	Yes
charter.net	mail.charterinternet.com	110	POP3	none	smtp.charterinternet.com	25	none	Yes
comcast.net	mail.comcast.net	110	POP3	none	smtp.comcast.net	587	none	No
cs.com	imap.imap-r.rotors.cs.com	143	IMAP4	none	smtp.cs.com	25	none	No
earthlink.net	pop.earthlink.net	110	POP3	none	smtpauth.earthlink.net	587 or 25	none	Yes
excite.com	pop3.excite.com	110	POP3	none	smtp.excite.com	25	none	Yes
flash.net	pop.att.yahoo.com	995 or 110	POP3	SSL (always)	smtp.att.yahoo.com	465 or 25	SSL (always)	Yes
Gmail.com	imap.gmail.com	993	IMAP4	SSL (always)	smtp.gmail.com	465	SSL (always)	Yes
Gmail.com	pop.gmail.com	995	POP3	SSL (always)	smtp.gmail.com	465 (SSL) or 587 (TLS)	SSL or TLS	Yes
googlemail.com	imap.googlemail.com	993	IMAP4	SSL (always)	smtp.gmail.com	465	SSL (always)	Yes
hotmail.com	pop3.live.com	995	POP3	SSL (always)	smtp.live.com	587 or 25	TLS (always)	Yes
hotpop.com	pop.hotpop.com	110	POP3		smtp-1.hotpop.com	25		Yes
juno.com	pop.juno.com	110	POP3		authsmtp.juno.com	25		Yes
live.com	pop3.live.com	995	POP3		smtp.live.com	25		Yes
lycos.com	pop.mail.lycos.com	110	POP3	none	smtp.mail.lycos.com	25		Yes
mac.com	mail.mac.com	993	IMAP4		smtp.mac.com	25		Yes
me.com	mail.me.com	993	IMAP4		smtp.me.com	25		Yes
mindspring.com	pop.mindspring.com	110	POP3		smtp.mindspring.com	25		Yes
msn.com	pop3.live.com (or pop3.email.msn.com)	995 or 110	POP3	SSL (always)	smtp.live.com (or smtp.email.msn.com)	587 or 25	TLS (always)	Yes
netzero.net	pop.netzero.net	110	POP3	none	smtp.netzero.net (or authsmtp.netzero.com)	587 or 25		No
nvbell.net	pop.att.yahoo.com	995 or 110	POP3	SSL (always)	smtp.att.yahoo.com	465 or 25	SSL (always)	Yes
pacbell.net	pop.att.yahoo.com	995 or 110	POP3	SSL (always)	smtp.att.yahoo.com	465 or 25	SSL (always)	Yes
prodigy.net	pop.prodigy.yahoo.com	110	POP3		smtp.prodigy.yahoo.com	25		Yes
rocketmail.com	imap.mail.yahoo.com	143	IMAP4		smtp.mobile.mail.yahoo.com	25
sbcglobal.net	pop.att.yahoo.com	995 or 110	POP3	SSL (always)	smtp.att.yahoo.com	465 or 25	SSL (always)	Yes
snet.net	pop.att.yahoo.com	995 or 110	POP3	SSL (always)	smtp.att.yahoo.com	465 or 25	SSL (always)	Yes
swbell.net	pop.att.yahoo.com	995 or 110	POP3	SSL (always)	smtp.att.yahoo.com	465 or 25	SSL (always)	Yes
verizon.net	incoming.verizon.net	110	POP3	none	outgoing.verizon.net	25		Yes
wans.net	pop.wans.yahoo.com	110	POP3		smtp.wans.yahoo.com	25		Yes
yahoo.com	imap.mail.yahoo.com	995 or 143	IMAP4		smtp.mobile.mail.yahoo.com	587 or 25	SSL (always)	Yes
ymail.com	imap.mail.yahoo.com	143	IMAP4		smtp.mobile.mail.yahoo.com	25		Yes

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Server Settings FAQ – IMAP, POP3 and SMTP Settings for Gmail, Hotmail and Yahoo Mail

Email server settings allow applications such as Outlook, Apple Mail, Thunderbird, Android Mail, and iPhone Mail to connect to your email account correctly. Most email providers use three core technologies: IMAP, POP3, and SMTP. Correct incoming and outgoing server settings are important because even one incorrect port number, security option, or username setting can prevent email from sending or receiving properly.

What are IMAP, POP3 and SMTP server settings?

IMAP, POP3 and SMTP are the three main technologies used to receive and send email messages through mail applications and devices. IMAP synchronizes mail across devices, POP3 usually downloads messages locally, and SMTP handles outgoing email delivery, so understanding all three is important when setting up Gmail, Yahoo Mail, Outlook, Hotmail, and other providers.

What are Gmail IMAP server settings?

Gmail IMAP settings are: incoming server imap.gmail.com, port 993, and SSL/TLS enabled. Use your full Gmail address as the username and remember that many email apps require either an app password or modern authentication methods when additional account security settings are enabled.

What are Gmail SMTP settings?

Gmail SMTP settings are: outgoing server smtp.gmail.com, port 465 for SSL or 587 for TLS. Always enable authentication and use your complete Gmail address as the username because Gmail blocks many outgoing messages if authentication or security settings are incorrect.

What are Gmail POP3 settings?

Gmail POP3 settings are: incoming server pop.gmail.com, port 995, with SSL enabled. POP3 downloads mail differently than IMAP and may remove messages from the server depending on account preferences, so many users prefer IMAP for synchronization across phones and computers.

What are Yahoo Mail IMAP settings?

Yahoo Mail IMAP settings are: server imap.mail.yahoo.com, port 993, and SSL/TLS enabled. Use your complete Yahoo Mail address and remember that Yahoo sometimes requires app-specific passwords when using Outlook, Apple Mail, Thunderbird, or other third-party email programs.

What are Yahoo Mail SMTP settings?

Yahoo Mail SMTP settings are: outgoing server smtp.mail.yahoo.com, port 465 or 587. Outgoing authentication should remain enabled because Yahoo blocks many unauthenticated outgoing connections for account security and spam prevention purposes.

What are Yahoo Mail POP3 settings?

Yahoo POP3 settings are: server pop.mail.yahoo.com, port 995, with SSL enabled. POP3 may be useful if you want email downloaded primarily to a single device, but users with multiple phones or computers often experience fewer synchronization problems with IMAP.

What are Hotmail or Outlook IMAP settings?

Hotmail and Outlook IMAP settings are: incoming server outlook.office365.com, port 993, with SSL enabled. Microsoft moved many legacy Hotmail systems into the Outlook infrastructure, so older Hotmail addresses generally use Outlook server settings today.

What are Hotmail SMTP settings?

Hotmail SMTP settings are: outgoing server smtp.office365.com, port 587, with STARTTLS enabled. Microsoft accounts often use modern authentication and security verification systems, so incorrect passwords or missing authentication settings frequently cause setup problems.

What are Hotmail POP3 settings?

Hotmail POP3 settings are: incoming server outlook.office365.com, port 995, with SSL enabled. POP3 remains available, although IMAP is often recommended because it keeps email synchronized across desktop applications, tablets, and smartphones.

What is the difference between IMAP and POP3?

IMAP keeps messages synchronized across devices while POP3 primarily downloads messages onto one device. Users with laptops, phones, and tablets usually prefer IMAP because actions such as deleting, reading, and organizing messages remain consistent across all connected devices.

Which is better: IMAP or POP3?

IMAP is generally better for most users because it synchronizes email across multiple devices and keeps messages stored on the server. POP3 may still be useful if storage space is limited or if users want mail stored primarily on a single computer.

What does SMTP do?

SMTP handles outgoing email delivery and is responsible for sending messages from your email application to the recipient’s server. If SMTP settings are incorrect, users can often receive messages normally but cannot send emails successfully.

Why does my email say authentication failed?

Authentication failures usually happen because of incorrect passwords, outdated settings, app-password requirements, or security verification issues. Check for extra spaces after copied passwords and verify that usernames use the complete email address format.

Why does SMTP error 535 appear?

SMTP 535 errors usually indicate incorrect credentials or blocked authentication attempts. The problem often occurs after password changes, account security updates, or when two-factor authentication requires creation of a dedicated app password.

Why are emails receiving but not sending?

This usually indicates SMTP settings are incorrect while incoming settings remain correct. Check the outgoing server address, port number, authentication settings, and encryption type because even one mismatch can block outgoing messages.

Why does my email app say server not responding?

A server not responding error usually means the incoming or outgoing server address, port, encryption setting, or internet connection is incorrect. Check for typing mistakes in the server name and verify that VPN services, antivirus tools, firewalls, or restrictive Wi-Fi networks are not blocking secure email connections.

What port does IMAP use?

IMAP usually uses port 993 with SSL/TLS encryption enabled for secure communication. Older non-encrypted IMAP connections sometimes used port 143, but most providers now recommend encrypted connections because they better protect passwords and email data.

What port does POP3 use?

POP3 usually uses port 995 when SSL encryption is enabled. Older non-secure configurations sometimes used port 110, but most modern providers prefer encrypted connections because they reduce security risks and protect account information.

What port does SMTP use?

SMTP commonly uses port 465 for SSL connections or port 587 for TLS/STARTTLS connections. If one port fails, some email applications allow trying the alternative because different networks and providers may prefer different configurations.

What does SSL mean in email settings?

SSL means Secure Sockets Layer and encrypts communication between your device and the email server. Most modern providers use SSL or TLS to protect usernames, passwords, and message content from being intercepted over public or unsecured networks.

What does TLS mean in email settings?

TLS stands for Transport Layer Security and is the modern replacement for older SSL methods. Many email applications automatically select TLS when available because it provides improved security and compatibility with modern email servers.

Should outgoing server authentication be enabled?

Yes, outgoing server authentication should usually be enabled because Gmail, Yahoo Mail, Outlook, and many providers require it. Without SMTP authentication enabled, messages often fail to send even though incoming mail works correctly.

What username should I use in email settings?

You should usually use your full email address as the username unless your provider specifically says otherwise. Entering only the name before the @ symbol often causes connection and authentication failures.

Why does my password work on the website but not in Outlook?

This often happens because the email app requires an app password or newer authentication methods. Providers such as Gmail and Yahoo may reject standard passwords in third-party apps when additional account security is enabled.

What is an app password?

An app password is a special password generated for email programs and older applications. It is commonly required when two-factor authentication is enabled because many email clients cannot directly complete advanced security verification steps.

How do I create a Gmail app password?

Gmail app passwords are created through your Google account security settings after enabling two-step verification. Once generated, the app password replaces your normal password inside Outlook, Apple Mail, Thunderbird, and other email applications.

How do I create a Yahoo Mail app password?

Yahoo Mail app passwords are generated inside account security settings and used in place of your regular password. This often solves authentication errors when connecting Yahoo accounts to desktop or mobile mail applications.

Why does Outlook repeatedly ask for my password?

Repeated password prompts usually indicate incorrect credentials, damaged profiles, or authentication failures. Updating stored passwords, removing and re-adding the account, or recreating the Outlook profile often fixes the issue.

Why are my folders not syncing?

Folder synchronization issues usually happen because IMAP settings are disabled or folder subscriptions are incomplete. Check whether the email client supports full IMAP synchronization and confirm that required folders are selected for syncing.

Why are deleted emails reappearing?

Deleted emails often reappear because multiple devices are syncing incorrectly or because POP3 settings conflict with server behavior. IMAP generally handles deletion more consistently because all devices synchronize against the same server copy.

What is the difference between Gmail and Google Workspace server settings?

Gmail and Google Workspace often use similar servers, including smtp.gmail.com and imap.gmail.com. Business accounts may have additional security rules, administrator controls, or domain-specific settings that affect email configuration.

Can I use Gmail in Microsoft Outlook?

Yes, Gmail works with Microsoft Outlook using IMAP, POP3, and SMTP settings. Users frequently need app passwords or modern authentication approval when connecting Gmail accounts to Outlook.

Can I use Yahoo Mail in Apple Mail?

Yes, Yahoo Mail works with Apple Mail using Yahoo’s IMAP and SMTP settings. Apple devices often auto-detect settings, although app passwords may still be required for successful setup.

Can I use Hotmail with Thunderbird?

Yes, Hotmail and Outlook accounts can be configured in Thunderbird using Outlook IMAP and SMTP settings. Thunderbird frequently detects settings automatically, but manual configuration remains available if needed.

Why are old emails missing?

Missing old emails often happen because synchronization limits or POP3 settings prevent full downloads. Some apps only sync recent messages unless settings are changed to download complete mailbox history.

What does connection timed out mean?

Connection timeout errors usually indicate slow internet, firewall restrictions, incorrect ports, or unreachable servers. Testing another network or temporarily disabling security software can help isolate the cause.

Can antivirus software block email settings?

Yes, antivirus software can interfere with SMTP, POP3, and IMAP connections. Some security programs inspect encrypted traffic and may accidentally interrupt secure email communication.

Can a VPN break email connections?

Yes, VPN services sometimes interfere with secure email server communication. Switching VPN locations or temporarily disabling the VPN may resolve server connection failures.

Why do I see certificate warnings?

Certificate warnings usually indicate outdated security certificates or incorrect server settings. Verify that server addresses exactly match official provider settings before accepting security exceptions.

Why does Outlook say cannot connect securely?

This usually indicates mismatched ports or encryption settings between Outlook and the mail server. Double-check whether SSL or TLS is required and verify the correct server addresses.

How often does IMAP sync?

IMAP synchronization frequency depends on the application and device settings being used. Some applications sync continuously while others refresh every few minutes or on manual request.

Does POP3 remove mail from the server?

POP3 can remove messages from the server depending on account settings. Many email clients include options to leave a copy on the server for a specific number of days.

Why do sent emails disappear?

Sent email problems often occur because the sent folder mapping is incorrect. Many applications allow manual selection of which folder should store outgoing messages.

What are Gmail incoming server settings?

Gmail incoming settings are IMAP: imap.gmail.com, port 993, SSL enabled; POP3: pop.gmail.com, port 995. Always use your full Gmail address as the username.

What are Gmail outgoing server settings?

Gmail outgoing settings use smtp.gmail.com with port 465 or 587. Authentication should remain enabled and secure connections should use SSL or TLS.

What are Yahoo incoming settings?

Yahoo incoming settings use imap.mail.yahoo.com for IMAP or pop.mail.yahoo.com for POP3. SSL encryption should remain enabled for secure communication.

What are Yahoo outgoing settings?

Yahoo SMTP settings use smtp.mail.yahoo.com on port 465 or 587. Full email addresses and authentication are generally required.

What are Hotmail incoming settings?

Hotmail incoming settings generally use outlook.office365.com with IMAP port 993. Microsoft migrated most Hotmail accounts to Outlook infrastructure.

What are Hotmail outgoing settings?

Hotmail outgoing settings use smtp.office365.com on port 587. STARTTLS should normally remain enabled for proper security.

Can I use one email account on multiple devices?

Yes, IMAP allows one email account to synchronize across phones, tablets, and computers. Actions like reading or deleting messages remain synchronized across devices.

What should I do before changing server settings?

Before changing server settings, write down your existing configuration and verify your password. Screenshots or notes make it easier to restore settings if something goes wrong.

Why does email setup suddenly stop working?

Sudden failures often happen after password changes, account security updates, or provider policy changes. Re-entering credentials and checking for provider announcements may resolve the issue.

Can providers change email server settings?

Yes, providers occasionally update servers, security standards, and authentication methods. Keeping email applications updated reduces compatibility problems.

What is the safest email protocol?

IMAP with SSL/TLS encryption is generally considered the safest and most practical choice for most users. It provides synchronization while maintaining encrypted communication.

Should I choose IMAP during setup?

Yes, IMAP is usually recommended for most users with multiple devices. It keeps messages synchronized and reduces confusion caused by local-only storage.

Can email server settings differ by country?

Usually server settings remain globally consistent, but some enterprise or regional services may vary. Business and ISP-hosted email systems sometimes use unique server names.

Why does email work on my phone but not computer?

This often happens because phones use automatic setup while desktop applications rely on manual configuration. Comparing settings between devices often reveals the mismatch.

How can I quickly test if server settings are correct?

You can test settings by sending a message to yourself and verifying delivery in both directions. Successful sending and receiving usually confirm that incoming and outgoing settings are working properly.

What should I check first if email setup fails?

First verify the server name, port number, password, and encryption type. Small mistakes such as an extra space after a copied password frequently cause setup failures.

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