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What is IMAP? What is POP3? Do I need to use them?

Email programs such as Thunderbird, Outlook, and Apple Mail use POP3 or IMAP to retrieve messages. Learn how POP3 and IMAP work, what to consider before enabling them, and when the mail.com App may be a better option. 5 min.
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Android App Email iOS
298 people found this article helpful.

Digital waste is real: What it is and how to clean it up

Your inbox is overflowing. Your desktop is a mess. Your cloud storage is packed with files you don’t remember saving. It’s easy to ignore because you can’t see it, but all that invisible clutter is called digital waste, and it adds up fast. 5 min.
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Email Environment
69 people found this article helpful.

Did my email get lost? How to send a follow-up that works

You write an email, hit send, and wait. And wait. And wait some more. No reply, no acknowledgment, just silence in an inbox you know is already overflowing. Now you’re left wondering whether your message was missed… or quietly ignored. 5 min.
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Email How-to Netiquette Template
32 people found this article helpful.

Email greetings: Best ways to address an email formally and casually

As the old saying goes, you never get a second chance to make a first impression. And when it comes to writing an email, your email greeting can affect the way the recipient views you – and even whether they read your message. So, how do you address an email sender? Should you say hi in every email? 10 min.
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Email Netiquette Office Template
572 people found this article helpful.

The future of email: Why email is anything but dead

“Email is D̶e̶a̶d̶” was the title of an exhibition at London’s Design Museum in 2023. Creative and thought-provoking, it showed how email has shaped the way we communicate – and why it still plays such an important role today. And with the new year, we again found ourselves looking into our crystal ball at the future of email. 5 min.
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AI Email Marketing Trends
62 people found this article helpful.

The ultimate email folder system every student needs

Ever open your inbox and instantly feel overwhelmed? One email about an assignment deadline, another from student services, a group project update you need to answer, and about ten newsletters you never signed up for. Suddenly, managing your email inbox feels impossible. 4 min.
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Email Folders How-to
28 people found this article helpful.

New year, new inbox: 7 Email habits for a stress-free 2026

A new year always feels like a reset button for life. New goals, new routines, maybe even a new gym membership that will definitely last past February. So why not hit refresh on your inbox too? If your email feels messy or a little out of control, this is the perfect moment to give it a glow-up. 4 min.
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Email Folders Life-hack
37 people found this article helpful.

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. 4 min.
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Email How-to Security
63 people found this article helpful.

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. 5 min.
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Email How-to
24 people found this article helpful.

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. 4 min.
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Email How-to Marketing
14 people found this article helpful.

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. 4 min.
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Email Holiday Netiquette
34 people found this article helpful.

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? 8 min.
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Email How-to Inbox
181 people found this article helpful.

How to email a professor: step-by-step guide with examples

Students! Heading back to school? In 2025, with the prevalence of hybrid learning and online platforms, knowing how to email your professors is more important than ever! Not sure where to start? We’ve got you covered. 7 min.
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Email Netiquette Template
181 people found this article helpful.

How to use ChatGPT prompts to write effective emails

Have you ever wished you had a personal assistant to help you with your emails? ChatGPT and other AI chatbots can be valuable tools in upping your email game – but only with effective guidance from you. So let’s chat about the best prompts and instructions you can use to get the most out of your AI assistant. 8 min.
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AI Email Trends
875 people found this article helpful.

How many email accounts should I have?

If you’re like me, you use your email address in a lot of different ways and a lot of different places. Of course email is needed to send and receive personal and business correspondence. An email address is also usually required when you register to use online services, from payment platforms to social media. 9 min.
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Aliases Email Life-hack Security
255 people found this article helpful.

Mail Collector: One inbox, multiple email accounts

Ever wondered if there is an alternative to the usual dance of switching between multiple email accounts to keep track of your correspondence? Use mail.com’s Mail Collector to read all your emails in one place! 4 min.
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Email Features Inbox
62 people found this article helpful.

Out of office messages: Examples and what to avoid

It’s time for some hard-earned time off! Whether you’re headed for the beach or visiting family you haven’t seen for a while, wouldn’t it be nice to disconnect from the digital world for a while? But before you disappear, you can set up automatic replies for your emails so the senders know when they can expect a reply. 9 min.
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Email Inbox Netiquette Template
1,249 people found this article helpful.

Student email signature: Tips and templates

Being a student means a lot of communication through email. Whether you have questions for your professor, are applying for internships, or looking for a student job, it’s likely that email has become a primary communication channel for you. 6 min.
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Email How-to Netiquette Template
21 people found this article helpful.

How to ask for a reference (with email examples)

When applying for a job, you may be asked to provide professional references – feedback about your qualifications or character from individuals who know you well. Asking someone to be a reference may seem intimidating, but you can use our tips and examples to write the perfect reference request email. 9 min.
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Email Netiquette Office Template
16 people found this article helpful.

How to get a student email address with mail.com

Being a student is one of the most fun, rewarding, and transformative moments most people experience. And if you’ve ever heard of a “student discount,” you know just how many amazing perks come with it. There are countless professional tools out there that students, specifically, are able to use for low prices or even for free! 7 min.
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Aliases Domains Email Features
984 people found this article helpful.
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