What is IMAP and how email import works

Key points

• IMAP syncs mail between a client and server
• Import tools use IMAP with an app password
• You keep folders and history
• Most providers support it

How to do it

1. Generate an app password at your old provider
2. Start the import in your new provider
3. Pick folders to bring over
4. Let it run in the background

Common mistakes

• Using your main password (use app password)
• Expecting instant import of large mailboxes
• Not checking import status