How to Set Up Your
SBCGlobal.net Email
Settings
Learn How to Set up SBCGlobal.net Email quickly and
securely. This guide covers essential steps for desktop and
mobile devices.
Step 1: Access Account
Settings
1
Login to your
SBCGlobal
account
2
Navigate to
settings
Click the gear icon and
Use a web browser to
select "Mail Settings"
go to the SBCGlobal
or "Options."
email login page.
3
Open account settings
Find "POP and Forwarding" or equivalent to begin
setup.
Step 2: Configure POP or IMAP
POP Settings
IMAP Settings
•
Incoming server: inbound.att.net
•
Incoming server: imap.att.net
•
Port: 995 with SSL enabled
•
Port: 993 with SSL
•
Outgoing server: outbound.att.net
•
Outgoing server: smtp.att.net
•
Port: 465 or 587 with SSL
•
Port: 465 or 587 with SSL
Step 3: Enter Your Login
Credentials
Email Address
Password
Use your full
Enter your current email
SBCGlobal.net email
password carefully; it’s
address as the username.
case-sensitive.
Save Settings
Confirm all settings and save before testing your
connection.
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
Incorrect
Password
Server Settings
Double-check your
and port numbers
password and reset if
match the official
necessary on AT&T
values.
Verify server names
website.
SSL and Security
Ensure SSL or TLS encryption is enabled for secure
communication.
Setting Up SBCGlobal
Email on Mobile Devices
Android Devices
iOS Devices
Use the default Mail or Gmail
Configure in Mail settings by
app with manual account
selecting 'Other' then
setup using POP/IMAP
entering SBCGlobal
details.
credentials.
Security Tips for Your SBCGlobal Email
2
Use Strong Passwords
Combine letters, numbers, and
Enable Two-Factor
Authentication
Add extra security by linking
your email to your phone for
1
verification.
symbols for your email
password.
Beware of Phishing
3
Don’t click suspicious links;
verify email sources carefully.
Summary and Next
Steps
Review Settings
Confirm your POP/IMAP and login details are correct.
Test Access
Send and receive test emails on all your devices.
Secure Your Account
Update passwords regularly and enable two-factor
authentication.
Contact SBCGlobal.net support for help if issues persist.