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POP3 is an efficient protocol for downloading incoming emails into Gmail while leaving your hosting setup intact. Here is how to configure ports, credentials, and automated syncing.

Editorial: Technical Team at POP3 for Gmail
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Technical requirements and standard ports

To connect your mailbox via POP3, you need your POP server hostname (e.g. pop.yourdomain.com), your full email address, and your mailbox password.

Hostnames, port 995, and SSL/TLS encryption

Secure POP3 runs over port 995 with SSL/TLS encryption. This ensures data and authentication tokens are encrypted in transit.

Using app-specific passwords

If your provider uses two-factor authentication (like Yahoo or Zoho), you must generate an app-specific password in their security settings.

Leaving a copy on the origin server

POP3 for Gmail gives you full control to leave copies intact on your hosting server or clear them if storage is limited.

UIDL duplicate prevention

The bridge tracks unique UIDL message identifiers so that previously imported emails are never duplicated inside Gmail.

Frequently asked questions

What port should I use for POP3?
Always use port 995 with SSL/TLS encryption for maximum security.
Will emails be removed from my hosting server?
You can explicitly choose whether to leave a copy on the server in your sync settings.

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