💌 Connecting Your Proton Mail Account to Mailbird Next

Yes, you can absolutely connect your Proton Mail account to Mailbird Next! 🎉

However, due to Proton Mail’s security features, there are a few important steps you’ll need to follow to ensure that everything works smoothly.

🧾 Before You Start: Checklist

Make sure you’ve got the following covered before you try to connect your Proton account to Mailbird:

• Your Proton subscription includes Email client support (via IMAP/SMTP).

• Proton Mail Bridge is installed on your device (if it isn't, download it here).

• The encryption method in Proton Mail Bridge is set to STARTTLS, and to TLS in Mailbird Next.

🛠️ Step-by-Step Setup Guide

Follow these steps to connect Proton Mail to Mailbird Next:

1. Open Proton Mail Bridge and log in with your Proton Mail credentials.

2. Check that the status in the top left corner of the Bridge is listed as Connected.

⚙️ Setup in Mailbird Next

1. Open Mailbird Next.

2. Click the Gear icon near the bottom to open Settings.

3. Go to the Accounts tab and click Add Account.

4. Choose the option to Set up manually.

5. Enter your Proton Mail email address and your name in the appropriate fields.

6. Mailbird will attempt to detect your server settings.

7. Once the setup screen appears, please use the password generated by Proton Mail Bridge (and not your usual Proton password).

8. If prompted with a server certificate warning, click Yes to proceed.

✅ All Set!

That’s it! Your Proton Mail account is now connected to Mailbird Next. 🥳

💬 Need More Help?

If you're still unsure about how to connect your Proton account to Mailbird, or you would like further assistance, then feel free to contact our Customer Happiness Team. We’ll always be happy to provide additional support.