Mailspring is a modern email client that allows for easy management of multiple email accounts from one place. This article will walk you through the process of adding an email account to Mailspring.

Prerequisites Before you begin, make sure you have the following:

• The latest version of Mailspring installed on your computer.
• Login credentials for your email account (email address and password).
• Any additional specific information, such as incoming and outgoing mail servers (IMAP and SMTP), if needed.

Installation and Launching Mailspring

1. Download Mailspring from the official website Mailspring.
2. Install Mailspring following the instructions for your operating system.
3. Open Mailspring, and if you've never used it before, you'll be guided through the setup wizard.

Adding a New Email Account

1. On the main screen, click on "Add Account."
2. Choose the type of email account you want to add. Mailspring supports many common email service providers like Gmail, Yahoo, Outlook, and others. If your provider isn't listed, select "IMAP/SMTP" for manual setup.
3. Enter your login credentials – email address and password. Click "Continue."

Configuring IMAP and SMTP Servers If you chose manual setup using IMAP/SMTP:

1. Enter the server addresses for incoming and outgoing mail (e.g., imap.example.com for IMAP and smtp.example.com for SMTP).
2. Specify the ports for these servers (typically 993 for IMAP with SSL and 587 for SMTP with TLS).
3. Check if specific settings need to be enabled, such as SSL/TLS encryption or authentication using SPA (Secure Password Authentication).
4. Click on "Connect Account."

Completing the Setup

1. After successfully connecting your account, you can configure additional settings such as email signatures, mail organization rules, and notifications.
2. Once you finish the setup, your new email account will be added to the list of accounts in Mailspring, and your mail will start synchronizing.

Troubleshooting If you encounter issues connecting your account, consider the following:

• Ensure you've correctly entered all the details.
• Check if your email provider requires specific settings or permissions for third-party apps.
• Try searching for support on Mailspring's website or forums, where you may find solutions to common issues.

By adding an email account to Mailspring, you gain the benefits of centralized email management, which can significantly streamline your workflow.