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Storage time : A smarter way to keep your email organized

If you’re using mail.com, you can totally clean out your emails whenever you want, but why not make life easier? With the storage time feature, you can set your folders to automatically delete old messages after a certain amount of time.
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Life-hack How-to Folders Inbox
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Is that email for real? Here’s how to find out

Have you ever gotten an email that just didn’t feel right? Maybe the sender’s address looked a little off, or you weren’t sure if it was even real. What if we told you there’s actually a way to check? Keep reading to find out how to check if an email is real and a few simple ways to spot fake ones before they fool you.
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Email Security How-to
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Now even better! The mail.com Cloud on your computer

The mail.com Cloud for Windows and macOS has received a major update. From now on, you can open, save, and share files even more smoothly – and thanks to the new activity window, you always have a clear overview of what’s happening in your Cloud.
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Update Cloud Features
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Phones get viruses too - Here’s how to stay safe

We all know computers need antivirus software, but what about our phones? Are they just as vulnerable, and should we be protecting them the same way? And what’s the deal with Apple vs. Android? Is it really true that iPhones are safer? Let’s break it all down and clear up some common myths!
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Security How-to Android iOS
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Switching email accounts? How to transfer emails & contacts easily

Changing email accounts doesn’t mean leaving your messages behind. Whether you’re switching from Gmail or just tidying up multiple inboxes, here’s how to transfer your emails quickly and safely.
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Email How-to
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Party Mode: Everyone shares photos the easy way!

Tired of chasing party photos? Try Party Mode – the easy way to collect everyone’s pictures and videos in one safe, shared online album. New from mail.com!
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Update Cloud Share
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How to write an accessible email

Whether you’re sending a one-off message or crafting a newsletter, every email should be as inclusive as possible. Following email accessibility best practices helps make sure everyone – regardless of ability – can read, understand, and engage with your message.
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Email How-to Marketing
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Email horror stories: Scary mistakes in your inbox

A modern horror story can be told in just a few words: Forgot the attachment. Used the wrong name. Or – brace yourself – hit “Reply all” on a snarky comment. Fortunately, all these email nightmares are completely avoidable.
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Email Holiday Netiquette
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How cybercriminals use artificial intelligence in phishing attacks

Artificial intelligence is taking phishing attacks to a whole new level. Cybercriminals are using AI to create messages that are tailored to their victims, which could include you! We'll show you how this works and how you can protect yourself.
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How to recall email in Outlook, mail.com Premium and iPhone

We’ve all had regrets about an email – an embarrassing typo, misspelled name, or missing attachment can have us looking for an unsend button. Or the worst case: An angry email that you wish you could take back after cooling down. But does that magic email recall function even exist?
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Email How-to Inbox
181 people found this article helpful.

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