
IMAP compatibility for many devices and apps can be determined directly in the email configuration menu itself - when creating a a new account, an app or device that has a field for IMAP servers or addresses is generally a safe bet - but you can always verify compatibility with a quick Google search or a trip to the manufacturer’s website. Most consumer devices and third party email apps support the IMAP standard, but taking a few moments to verify compatibility before you begin can save you some headaches if things don’t work later on. ICloud email relies on the IMAP and SMTP protocols for sending and receiving email, so the first thing you’ll need to check is your device or software compatibility. Here are the iCloud email settings you’ll need to know to get started. While some third party devices and applications support automatic setup for iCloud email, many do not, and they require the user to manually configure iCloud email settings. But many users, by choice or otherwise, interact with a variety of devices and platforms each day, such as a Windows PC at work or an Android tablet at home. ICloud members who exclusively use Apple products don’t have to worry about setting up or configuring their iCloud email when they move to a new device Apple handles the configuration automatically in the background, with users only needing to supply their iCloud email address and password. Open the Outlook app and enter the new app password while adding your account.How to Set Up iCloud Email with Non-Apple Apps and Devices If you've enabled two-step verification for your iCloud account, you'll need to generate an app-specific password to add your account to Outlook.Ĭlick Generate an App-Specific Password. You can also sign in using the Apple ID you used to create your iCloud account. On a Mac, choose Apple menu > System Preferences > select iCloud > select Mail, then follow the onscreen instructions.Īfter you set up your email address, you can use it to sign in to iCloud and add your account to Outlook. Then open Outlook and use your account name and password to add your iCloud account. On an iOS device, go to Settings > iCloud > turn on Mail, then follow the onscreen instructions. To set up an iCloud email address, follow the steps here.


Your AppleID account may not have Mail enabled.
