How to Set Up SMTP for Email via iCloud Mail#

iCloud Mail is a popular service among Apple users. To use iCloud Mail for sending emails via SMTP, configure your SMTP settings as follows:

SMTP Server Details#

  • SMTP Server/Host: smtp.mail.me.com

  • SMTP Port: 587

Authentication Information#

  • SMTP User Name: Your full iCloud Mail email address (e.g., yourname@icloud.com).

  • SMTP Password: An app-specific password. This is required as iCloud uses two-factor authentication. You must generate this password from your Apple ID account page under the security settings.

Additional Information#

  • It is crucial to use an app-specific password instead of your regular iCloud password due to Apple’s security requirements.

  • Ensure that SMTP is enabled in your iCloud settings to send mail through other applications.

Reference Material#

  • For a step-by-step guide on generating an app-specific password and additional setup details, refer to Apple Support: Apple Support on Email Setup.