What do I do if my SBCGlobal is not Working properly on iPhone?

What do I do if my SBCGlobal is not Working properly on iPhone?

Having trouble with your **SBCGlobal email** on your iPhone? You might be dealing with:

• Can't send or get emails*** **SBCGlobal keeps asking for your password*** **Emails won't sync*** **Login error messages**

This will walk you through how to get your SBCGlobal email working on your iPhone again. We'll also answer some **questions** to get things sorted quickly.

• Why Isn't My SBCGlobal Email Working on My iPhone?**

SBCGlobal (now part of AT&T) runs on **Yahoo's email**, so you need to match those settings. Here's why SBCGlobal might not be working:

• Wrong email settings*** **Old iPhone software*** **Bad internet*** **Wrong password or security settings*** **Server's down**
• How to get SBCGlobal Working on Your iPhone**
• 1. Check Your Internet**

If your internet is bad, SBCGlobal won't sync.

• Put your iPhone in Airplane Mode for a bit, then turn it off.*** **Try switching between Wi-Fi and your phone data.*** **Restart your Wi-Fi box** if you're on Wi-Fi.
• 2. Update Your iPhone**

Old software can cause issues with email.

• Go to **Settings> General> Software Update**.* Install any updates you see.
• 3. Re-enter Your Password**

If your password isn't right, your iPhone won't sync emails.

• Go to **Settings> Mail> Accounts**.* Tap your **SBCGlobal account> Account> Password**.* Type your password again and save.
• 4. Remove and Re-add Your Account**

Sometimes, deleting and adding your account back sorts things out.

1. Go to **Settings> Mail> Accounts**.2. Pick your **SBCGlobal account**.3. Tap **Delete Account**.4. To add it back: * Go to **Settings> Mail> Add Account**. * Choose **Yahoo** (since SBCGlobal uses Yahoo). * Type in your **SBCGlobal email and password**. * Finish setting it up and see if your emails pop up.

• 5. Check SBCGlobal Server**

If Yahoo's servers are having trouble, SBCGlobal won't work.

• Go to **[Yahoo Server Status]** to see if there's a problem.* If the servers are down, wait it out and try later.
• 6. Turn on IMAP in Settings**

SBCGlobal need **IMAP** for emails to sync right.

1. Go to **Settings> Mail> Accounts> SBCGlobal account**.2. Tap **Account> Advanced**.3. Make sure **IMAP** is on (not POP3).

• 7. Turn Off VPN or Proxy**

A VPN or proxy might get in the way of your email.

• Go to **Settings> VPN** and turn it off.* If using a proxy, go to **Settings> Wi-Fi> (i) icon> Configure Proxy> Off**.
• 8. Reset Network Settings**

If internet issues keep happening, resetting your network might do the trick.

• Go to **Settings> General> Transfer or Reset iPhone> Reset> Reset Network Settings**.* Reconnect to your Wi-Fi and check SBCGlobal.
• 9. Contact AT&T**

If nothing's working, reach out to **AT&T (SBCGlobal)** for help.

• Go to: **[AT&T Support*** Call: **Support
• Questions: SBCGlobal Not Working on iPhone**
• 1. Why am I not getting emails on my iPhone?**

Could be:

• Wrong IMAP settings* Bad internet* Your email's full* Yahoo server issues
• 2. How do I change my password on my iPhone?**
• Go to **Settings> Mail> Accounts> SBCGlobal account> Password**.* Type the new password in and save.
• 3. What are the right IMAP settings for iPhone?**

| Setting | Value || :-------------------------- | :--------------------------- || Incoming Mail Server | imap.mail.yahoo.com || Outgoing Mail Server (SMTP) | smtp.mail.yahoo.com || Username | Your full SBCGlobal email || Password | Your current password || Port (IMAP) | 993 (SSL) || Port (SMTP) | 465 (SSL) or 587 (TLS) |

• 4. Why does SBCGlobal keep asking for my password?**
• You might have changed it.* Security might be blocking access.* Your account might be locked.
• 5. Can I use the Yahoo Mail for SBCGlobal?**

Yep! Since SBCGlobal uses Yahoo, you can just use the **Yahoo Mail** with your SBCGlobal login.

• 6. How do I fix email sync issues?**
• Make sure **Background App Refresh** is on (**Settings> General> Background App Refresh**).* Restart your iPhone.* Re-add your account**.**
• 7. Is SBCGlobal shutting down?**

Nope, SBCGlobal (part of AT&T) is still around, but uses Yahoo.

• Last Words**

If your **SBCGlobal email isn't working**, it's often about **password, settings, or server problems**. Try the above steps. If nothing works, reach out to **AT&T** for help.

For quick fixes, check our troubleshooting guides or contact our dedicated email support team for personalized assistance.