Configuring fmguy.com for your Android Tablet
With this article we will simply explain setting up fmguy.com using IMAP and SMTP for your Android Tablet in an easy to follow way.
First, a few words about fmguy.com:
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How to configure fmguy.com:
- On your Android phone or tablet, open the Gmail app.
- In the top right, tap your profile picture.
- Tap Add another account.
- Choose the type of account you want to add:
- If you check work or school emails through Outlook for Windows, select Outlook, Hotmail, and Live.
- If you don't see your email service, select Other.
- Enter your email address and tap Next.
Incoming Mail Configuration
- Choose the type of mail account (either POP3 or IMAP) you will use. Some services may not support both protocols! Please see the information below for possible protocols.
- IMAP protocol will keep the mails on the server but it will keep a copy on your Android phone. IMAP is recommended in almost all cases.
- POP3 downloads the emails from the remote server and it will keep them on your Android device.
- Type the passphrase for your email address and tap Next.
- Refer to the following table in order to complete the Incoming Server Settings.
- Now click Next. If there is an error, click Edit Settings.
Settings Required for Receiving Mail with IMAP
Server Hostname | imap.fastmail.com |
Server Port | 993 |
Username | Your username (do not include the part after the @ sign) |
Authentication | Password |
SSL/TLS | Yes |
Settings Required for Sending Mail (via SMTP)
- Once the parameters are filled in, tap Next.
- Select Require sign-in
- Use the following information in order to complete the Outgoing Server Settings settings.
- Click Next. If there is an error, tap Edit Settings.
Server Hostname | smtp.fastmail.com |
Server Port | 587 |
Username | Your username (do not include the part after the @ sign) |
Authentication | Password |
SSL/TLS | Yes |
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