You can use a third-party email application to send and receive emails, if you'd prefer a different interface. Below are the server settings you'll need to use and links to common email app setup instructions. If you need specific help configuring your app, please contact its manufacturer.
Mail server settings
Most email software and applications have an account settings menu where you'll need to update the mail server settings. When entering your account info, make sure you use your full email address, including @netscape.com, and that the SSL encryption is enabled for incoming and outgoing mail.
Some email clients may require you to use an app password instead of your Netscape password. Once generated, enter the app password in the Password field in your email client.
| Protocol | Server Settings | Port Settings |
|---|---|---|
| IMAP | Incoming mail server (IMAP): imap.aol.com | IMAP-993-SSL |
| SMTP | Outgoing mail server (SMTP): smtp.aol.com | SMTP-465-SSL |
Instructions for common email apps
Settings may be in a different location in each email client, though the AOL server and port settings will always be the same. For additional questions specific to the email client, check the manufacturer’s website. Manufacturers cannot answer questions about your Netscape/AOL Mail settings, or your Netscape username or password.
Thunderbird – Follow steps for manual configuration.
Outlook 2016 – Follow steps under "Other Email Accounts."
Outlook 2013 – Follow steps under "Other Email Accounts."
Outlook 2010 – Follow steps under "Other Email Accounts."
Outlook 2007 – Follow steps under "Other Email Accounts."
Outlook for Mac – Follow steps under "Update your email settings in Outlook for Mac."
Windows 10 Mail – Follow steps for "Add an account using advanced setup."
Windows Live Mail – Follow steps "To change server settings for your email service provider."
IncrediMail – Follow steps "How do I reconfigure my email account?"
iPhone Mail app – Follow steps to "Set up your email account manually."
Android Mail app – Follow steps under "Choose your built in Android email app" and select either Gmail or Samsung app, depending on what you use.