Configuring Windstream.net for your Samsung Galaxy (Android)
With this post we will try to summarize how to configure Windstream.net using IMAP and SMTP for an Android Device in a straightforward fashion!
Posted: 2021-10-18 • Updated: 2022-01-10
Setting up Windstream.net:
- 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.
Configuration Required for Receiving Email
- Choose the type of e-mail account (either POP3 or IMAP) you want to use. Not all services provide both options! Refer to the information below for available settings.
- IMAP protocol keeps the mails on the server, but it will display a copy on your Android phone. IMAP is recommended for most users.
- POP3 downloads the mails from the server and it will keep them on your Android phone.
- Type in the passphrase for your mail address and click Next.
- Use the information below in order to complete the Incoming Server Settings page.
- Now click Next. If there is an error, click Edit Settings.
Setup Required for Receiving E-mail using IMAP
Server Hostname | imap.windstream.net |
Server Port | 993 |
Username | Your username (do not include the part after the @ sign) |
Authentication | Password |
SSL/TLS | Yes |
Outgoing Mail Server Configuration (using SMTP)
- Once the parameters are entered, you can click Next.
- Turn on Require sign-in
- Use the table below in order to complete the Outgoing Server Settings.
- Now tap Next. If there is an error, tap the Edit Settings button.
Server Hostname | smtp.windstream.net |
Server Port | 465 |
Username | Your username (do not include the part after the @ sign) |
Authentication | Password |
SSL/TLS | Yes |
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