SaneBox Needs IMAP: Keeping Your Email Organized Across Devices
Ever wonder why you see different emails on your phone versus your computer? It all comes down to a setting called IMAP.
What is IMAP?
Most email services today use IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol). This allows you to access your emails and folders (like SaneLater!) from any device, keeping everything in sync. For example, deleting an email on your phone removes it everywhere.
SaneBox and IMAP:
SaneBox relies on IMAP to move emails between your inbox and SaneBox folders. If you’re using POP (an older email protocol), you won’t see your SaneBox folders because POP only downloads emails to one device.
Is Your Email Hosting Compatible?
Most providers now offer IMAP, but a few exceptions exist. Here’s a quick rundown:
IMAP Supported:
- This is the good news! Most email providers (Gmail, Yahoo, etc.) offer IMAP.
Limited IMAP Support:
- Some providers offer IMAP in premium plans (e.g., Mail.com free doesn’t have IMAP, but premium does).
No IMAP Support:
- These are rare, but some free email services with limited features may not offer IMAP. SaneBox won’t work with these.
Examples include:
- Entry-level GoDaddy WorkSpace Mail (upgradable)
- Jmwifi.com
Special Cases:
- Proton Mail: Designed to be secure and restricts access, making it incompatible with SaneBox.
Switching from POP to IMAP:
If your provider supports IMAP but you’re currently using POP, here are some resources to help you switch:
- Pop2Imap: http://pop2imap.com
- Specific provider guides can often be found on their websites.
Still Need Help?
SaneBox support is here to help! Contact them with details about your email software, provider, and any additional email addresses you have.
Remember: Using IMAP with SaneBox ensures seamless email organization across all your devices!