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If you're having problems accessing AOL Mail through third-party applications, such as Outlook or Thunderbird, try troubleshooting with these suggestions to make sure your email works where and when you need it. Update your password
Most email software and applications have an account settings menu where you'll need to update the IMAP or POP3 settings. When entering your account info, make sure you use your full email address, including @aol.com, and that the SSL encryption is enabled for incoming and outgoing mail.
If you're experiencing issues syncing your AOL account with older third-party mail apps like Kindle Fire's default mail app or the Mac OS mail app: •Update the operating system for your device. For instructions, see your device manufacturer. • Delete and re-add your AOL Mail account in your device's mail app.
If your third-party email app is having issues connecting, sending, or receiving emails, you may need to reconfigure your account or update the app. Use these steps to identify and fix the source of the problem.
Make sure the option "Block All Senders Except Contacts" under "Mail Settings --> Block Senders" is unchecked. If checked, you will not receive messages from anyone not in your contacts. Learn about delivery delays. Messages are often delivered right way though very rarely there may be a delay in transit.
Use the IMAP settings below to download your email from AOL Mail into a third-party email app, like Thunderbird, Outlook, or Mac Mail. For accounts with a lot of content, it can take several days or longer to download everything.
Update email settings in Outlook. Using a PC - Follow the instructions under "Use advanced setup to add a POP or IMAP email account in Outlook for PC." Using a Mac - Follow the instructions under "Add more accounts."
Most email software and applications have an account settings menu where you'll need to update the IMAP or POP3 settings. When entering your account info, make sure you use your full email address, including @verizon.net, and that the SSL encryption is enabled for incoming and outgoing mail.