BellSouth.net Email Not Working? 10 Proven Fixes for Login & Access Issues

• BellSouth.net Email Acting Up? Here are 10 Things to Try**

Having trouble with your BellSouth.net email? Can't log in, send messages, or get to your account? I’ve got you covered! Here are 10 things you can try to get your email back on track. Since AT&T is now in charge of BellSouth.net, we'll look at some easy and not-so-easy fixes to sort things out fast.

• 1. See If AT&T's Servers Are Down**

Before you mess with your phone or computer, see if AT&T's email servers are having problems:

• Go to [AT&T Service Status]- Check [DownDetector for AT&T Outages]- Try going to [AT&T Yahoo Mail]

*Quick Tip:* If other folks are saying things are down, it's likely an AT&T issue. You might just have to chill until they fix it.

• 2. Change Your Password**

If you can't log in, a bad password is often the reason:

1. Go to [AT&T Password Reset]2. Click Forgot Password?3. Type in your BellSouth.net email4. Pick how you want to verify (phone or other email)5. Make a new, strong password (at least 12 letters, numbers, and symbols)

*Heads up:* After you reset it, remember to put the new password on all your devices.

• 3. Double-Check Your Email Program Settings**

Wrong settings mess things up all the time. Use these settings:

| Protocol | Server | Port | Encryption ||----------|--------|------|------------|| IMAP | imap.mail.att.net | 993 | SSL/TLS || POP3 | inbound.att.net | 995 | SSL/TLS || SMTP | smtp.mail.att.net | 465 or 587 | SSL/TLS |

*Keep in mind:* IMAP is usually better than POP3 because it keeps everything synced up.

• 4. Get Rid of Browser Cache and Cookies**

If you can't log in on the web:

1. **Chrome/Edge:** Ctrl+Shift+Del> Choose Cached images and files2. **Firefox:** Ctrl+Shift+Del> Check Cookies and Cache3. **Safari:** Preferences> Privacy> Manage Website Data

Try using private/incognito mode to see if some add-ons are causing issues.

• 5. Turn Off Firewall and Antivirus (Just for a Sec)**

Sometimes, security stuff gets in the way:

1. Turn off your firewall (Windows Defender or whatever you have)2. Shut off your antivirus for a bit3. Try your email4. Turn the security stuff back on, and make some exceptions if needed

• 6. See How Much Email Storage You're Using**

AT&T doesn't give you unlimited space:

• Free accounts: 1GB of space- Paid accounts: Depends on your plan

To check and clean up:1. Log in to your email on the web2. Find the storage meter (usually at the bottom)3. Delete big attachments or old emails4. Empty the trash

• 7. Get the Latest Version of Your Email Software**

Old software can cause headaches:

• Outlook:** File> Office Account> Update Options- **Thunderbird:** Help> About> Check for Updates- **Phone Apps:** Go to the App Store/Play Store- **Operating System:** Get the newest updates
• 8. Re-Add Your Email Account**

Taking it off and putting it back on sometimes works:

• On iPhone:**1. Settings> Mail> Accounts2. Choose your BellSouth.net account3. Tap Delete Account4. Add it again using the right IMAP settings
• On Android:**1. Settings> Accounts2. Take off your BellSouth account3. Add the account back
• 9. See If Your Account Got Suspended**

AT&T might freeze accounts if:

• You haven't used it in a while (like 6 months)- Something fishy happened- You broke the rules

To get it back:1. Call AT&T2. Prove it's your account3. Get it turned back on, if you can

• 10. Get in Touch with AT&T**

If nothing works:

• Chat:** On the AT&T website- **Twitter:** @ATTHelp- **Forums:** AT&T support forums

Have your account info ready to go!

• BellSouth.net Email Questions**
• Q: Why aren't I getting any BellSouth.net emails?**A: Could be full storage, wrong settings, or filters on the server. Check your storage first.
• Q: How do I get to my old BellSouth.net email?**A: Log in at [mail.att.net]) with your full BellSouth.net email.
• Q: Can I still have a @bellsouth.net email?**A: Yep, AT&T still supports them, but they’d rather you switch to something newer.
• Q: Why does my email keep asking for my password?**A: Usually a sign of an issue. Reset your password and update it everywhere.
• Q: POP3 or IMAP for BellSouth.net? Which is better?**A: IMAP is better since it syncs everything. POP3 only puts emails on one device.
• Q: How do I get more BellSouth.net email storage?**A: Move to a paid AT&T plan or clean out your inbox regularly.
• Q: Why are my sent emails going away?**A: Check your Sent folder settings. You might need to tell some programs to save copies of sent messages.
• Q: How do I set up BellSouth.net on my iPhone?**A: Use IMAP with imap.mail.att.net (port 993) and SMTP smtp.mail.att.net (port 465 or 587).
• Q: Can I use BellSouth.net with Gmail?**A: Sure, add it in Gmail settings using IMAP.
• Q: What else can I use instead of BellSouth.net email?**A: AT&T has newer email stuff now, or try Gmail, Outlook.com, or others.
• Wrapping Up**

By trying these 10 things, you should fix most BellSouth.net email problems. Just remember that since AT&T is running things now, some old features could change. If you're still having problems, give AT&T a shout.

• One Last Thing:** To avoid future problems, think about forwarding your BellSouth.net email to something more modern!

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