How to Set Up Your Email Account in Mozilla Thunderbird on Windows

Are you having trouble setting up your email account in Mozilla Thunderbird on your Windows device? Follow these steps to get started.

Step 1: Launch Mozilla Thunderbird and click on the 'Tools' menu or the 'Application menu button'. From there, select 'Account Actions'.

Step 2: Click on 'Manual Configuration' and fill in the necessary information. If you chose SSL/TLS as your incoming protocol, change the Incoming Port to 995.

Step 3: For both the Incoming Authentication and Outgoing Authentication, we recommend using Normal password.

Step 4: Enter your email account details, including your full email address (example: 'email address'), password, and display name (how you want your name to appear in emails).

Step 5: Check the box next to 'Remember Password' to save your login credentials.

Step 6: Click on 'Continue' to proceed with the setup process. Once you've completed these steps, Mozilla Thunderbird will be set up to access your email account.

What's the difference between IMAP and POP?

IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol) synchronizes the emails on your computer with the contents of your account on the server. This means that all emails, including those in your inbox, sent items, and trash, will be stored locally on your device. On the other hand, POP (Post Office Protocol) only downloads the inbox to your computer and deletes it from the server.

Setting up your email account in Mozilla Thunderbird is a straightforward process that requires some basic information about your email provider. By following these steps, you can get started with using Thunderbird to manage your emails on Windows. Remember to choose the right incoming protocol, enter your email credentials, and check the 'Remember Password' box to save your login details.

Download Mozilla Thunderbird for Windows

To start using Mozilla Thunderbird, download it from and follow these steps to set up your email account.

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