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Why isn't My Bellsouth email working? Here's an easy and quick fix!!

By velle𝟏-(πŸ–πŸ‘πŸ‘)-πŸ‘πŸ—πŸ–-πŸ‘πŸ’πŸ“πŸŽπŸ“žPublished 11 months ago β€’ 1 min read

There could be several reasons why your Bellsouth email isn't working. Here are some common issues and solutions:

### 1. **Incorrect Email Settings**:

Ensure that you have the correct incoming and outgoing mail server settings:

- **Incoming (POP3)**: `imap.mail.att.net` (IMAP) or `pop.att.yahoo.com` (POP)

- **Outgoing (SMTP)**: `smtp.mail.att.net`

- **Port Numbers**:

- IMAP: 993 (SSL)

- POP: 995 (SSL)

- SMTP: 465 (SSL) or 587 (TLS)

### 2. **Password Issues**:

Double-check that you're using the correct password. If you’ve forgotten it or haven't updated it recently, you may need to reset your password through the AT&T or Yahoo account management portal.

### 3. **Account Lock**:

If there were multiple failed login attempts, your account might be temporarily locked for security reasons. Wait a few minutes and try again. If it's still locked, contact AT&T support to unlock it.

### 4. **Security/Firewall Settings**:

Sometimes, firewalls or security software can block access to email servers. Try disabling the firewall or temporarily turning off your security software and see if that resolves the issue.

### 5. **Email Storage Limit**:

If your mailbox is full, you might not be able to send or receive emails. Try deleting unnecessary emails to free up space.

### 6. **Internet Connection**:

Ensure you have a stable internet connection. Sometimes, connectivity issues can affect the ability to send or receive emails.

### 7. **Account Migration**:

Since Bellsouth is now part of AT&T and Yahoo, some accounts may have been migrated or integrated with Yahoo’s servers. If you've recently switched providers or had changes to your email services, check if there are any new instructions or updates on the AT&T or Yahoo site.

### 8. **App/Device Issue**:

If you're using an email app or mobile device, make sure it's updated. Sometimes a specific app or device could be causing the issue.

If none of these solutions work, you may want to contact AT&T support directly to investigate any server-side issues or changes to your account.

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