How To Fix When Bellsouth Email Not Working on iPhone

• How To Fix When Bellsouth Email Not Working on iPhone**

If your Bellsouth.net email isn't working on your iPhone, don't worry, it happens! It's often after an iPhone update or something AT&T changed. Here's how to get it going again.

• Why Your Bellsouth Email Might Stop Working**
• Common Problems**1. **Wrong Settings**: AT&T sometimes changes what settings you need.2. **Password Trouble**: Happens after changing your AT&T password.3. **IMAP Turned Off**: It can switch off by itself sometimes.4. **iPhone Update Mess**: New iPhone updates can cause issues.5. **Old Security Stuff**: Older iPhones might have trouble with new AT&T security.6. **Not Using It**: AT&T might shut down accounts that aren't used.
• How to Fix Bellsouth Email on Your iPhone**
• Method 1: Update Your Email Settings (Usually Works!)**

1. Remove the Old Account**: - Go to **Settings> Mail> Accounts** - Find your Bellsouth account - Tap **Delete Account** (your emails are safe)
2. Add the Account Back with the Right Settings**: - Go to **Settings> Mail> Accounts> Add Account** - Pick **Other> Add Mail Account** - Type in: - Name: What you want to show up as - Email: yourname@bellsouth.net - Password: Your current password - Description: Just put Bellsouth
3. Put in the Server Settings**: - **Incoming Mail Server**: - Hostname: `imap.mail.att.net` - Username: Your full email address - Password: Your current password - Port: 993 - SSL: Turn it on - **Outgoing Mail Server**: - Hostname: `smtp.mail.att.net` - Port: 465 or 587 - SSL: Turn it on - Authentication: Password

• Method 2: Reset Your AT&T Password**

1. Go to the [AT&T Password Reset page]2. Click Forgot Password?3. Put in your Bellsouth email4. Do the verification thing (they'll send a code)5. Make a new password that's: - 8-20 letters and numbers - Has a capital letter - Has a number or symbol6. Put the new password in your iPhone's Mail settings

• Method 3: Turn On IMAP Access**

1. Log in at [currently.com]2. Go to Settings> Mail Settings3. Make sure IMAP is turned on4. Save it

• Method 4: Update Your iPhone**

1. Go to **Settings> General> Software Update**2. Get any updates3. Restart your iPhone

• Fixing Error Messages**
• Cannot Verify Server Identity**- Update your iPhone- Quick fix: Tap Continue (but it's not a great long-term solution)
• Password Incorrect (Even When It's Right)**1. Reset your password on the AT&T website2. Wait a bit before trying the new password3. Make sure there are no extra spaces
• Emails Aren't Syncing**1. Go to Settings> Mail> Accounts> Fetch New Data2. Set it to Push or Fetch Every 15 Minutes3. Pull down on the inbox to make it refresh
• Account Disabled Message**- Call AT&T - They might need to make sure it's really your account
• Other Ways to Check Your Email**
• 1. Use AT&T Webmail**- Go to [currently.com](https://currently.com)- Good if the app isn't working
• 2. Try a Different Email App**- **Microsoft Outlook**: Works well with AT&T- **Spark Mail**: another good one- **eM Client**: Has a lot of options
• How to Avoid Problems in the Future**

1. Keep It Up**: - Change your password every six months - Check your settings after iPhone updates
2. Back Up Your Emails**: - Save your contacts to iCloud - Send important emails to another email address
3. Use Two-Factor Authentication**: - Makes your account more secure

• Bellsouth Email on iPhone: Common Questions**
• Q1: Why did my Bellsouth email suddenly stop working?**A: Probably because AT&T updated their servers or your iPhone updated and messed something up.
• Q2: Will deleting and re-adding my account delete my emails?**A: Nope, they're on AT&T's servers and will come back.
• Q3: What settings should I use?**A: Incoming: 993 (IMAP/SSL) | Outgoing: 465 or 587 (SMTP/SSL)
• Q4: Why does my iPhone say connection failed?**A: Usually wrong server settings - double-check imap.mail.att.net and smtp.mail.att.net
• Q5: Can I use Bellsouth if I don't have AT&T internet?**A: Yeah, but you have to log in every 90 days.
• Q6: How do I know if AT&T is having problems?**A: Look at the [AT&T Service Status page]
• Q7: Why is my password not working?**A: You probably need to reset it on AT&T's website first.
• Q8: What if I'm still using POP3?**A: Switch to IMAP - POP3 isn't really supported anymore.
• When to Call AT&T**
• Nothing works
• You see account disabled- You think someone else is using your account- You changed internet companies
• Last Advice**

1. Save the [currently.com] webmail page2. Keep this guide handy3. Maybe forward your email to another account as a backup4. Keep your iPhone updated

Most of the time, these steps will fix your Bellsouth email on your iPhone. Just make sure you're using the right AT&T settings.

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