What is IMAP and How It Works
IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol) is a protocol used to access and manage your emails directly on the mail server. Unlike downloading emails to a single device, IMAP keeps your messages synchronized across all your devices.
How IMAP Works
- You access your email using an email client (like Outlook, Gmail, or Thunderbird).
- IMAP connects to the email server to show your messages in real-time.
- Any changes you make (read, delete, move) are updated on the server and reflected on all devices.
Key Benefits of IMAP
- Access Anywhere – View and manage emails from multiple devices.
- Synchronization – Changes made on one device reflect on all others.
- Server Storage – Emails remain on the server, reducing risk of data loss.
