March 1, 2022 / Lily Collins

How to Fix IMAP/POP Configuration Error In Yahoo?

When you face issues sending or receiving emails in your Yahoo Mail account on an email program or a mobile device, the problem is generally caused because of an error in IMAP or POP configuration. In order to fix the Yahoo IMAP setting issues, follow the suggestions provided below.

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Steps to Fix Yahoo IMAP Setting And POP3 Error

1.) Check your account to know if it works outside of the IMAP/POP client.

Open a web browser on your computer.
Sign in to your Yahoo Mail account.
Compose a new email and send it to yourself.
Check if you get the email back within 5 minutes or not.
If the email doesn’t arrive back in 5 minutes, address the issue before trying to use the account in IMAP or POP client.

Verify your IMAP/POP Settings

Yahoo IMAP Settings

Make sure to verify your IMAP settings by referring to the information provided below.

Incoming Mail (IMAP) Server

Server:mail.yahoo.com
Port:993
Requires SSL: Yes

Outgoing Mail (SMTP) Server

Server:mail.yahoo.com
Port:465 or 587
Requires SSL: Yes
Requires authentication: Yes

Your login info

Email address: Your complete email address
Password: Your account’s password
Requires authentication: Yes

NOTE: As the directions for configuring Yahoo IMAP Settings on a mobile device vary according to the program, you may need to visit the support website of the manufacturer of your device or programs for appropriate instructions.

For POP Settings

Check your IMAP settings by referring to the information provided below.