> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.davnode.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Thunderbird (Desktop)

> How to configure your Davnode email on Mozilla Thunderbird.

# Connect Davnode to Thunderbird

This guide will help you set up your **Davnode** email account on Mozilla Thunderbird (Windows, macOS, or Linux).

## Prerequisites

* Your **Davnode email address**.
* Your email address **password** or **app password (recommended)**.
* [Mozilla Thunderbird](https://www.thunderbird.net/) installed.

<Note>
  We recommend to always use an **app password** for connecting mail clients.
</Note>

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## Server Settings Reference

If you need to enter settings manually, use the reference below:

| Setting                  | Protocol | Hostname           | Port   | Security |
| :----------------------- | :------- | :----------------- | :----- | :------- |
| **Incoming**             | IMAP     | `mail.davnode.com` | `993`  | SSL/TLS  |
| **Outgoing**             | SMTP     | `mail.davnode.com` | `465`  | SSL/TLS  |
| **Outgoing alternative** | SMTP     | `mail.davnode.com` | `8465` | SSL/TLS  |
| **Outgoing alternative** | SMTP     | `mail.davnode.com` | `587`  | STARTTLS |

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## Setup Instructions

1. Open **Thunderbird**.
2. If this is your first time opening the app, the **Account Setup** tab will appear automatically.
   * *If not:* Click on the **Menu (≡)** button > **New Account** > **Mail**.
3. Enter your details:
   * **Your full name:** The name you want recipients to see.
   * **Email address:** Your full Davnode email address.
   * **Password:** Your email password.
4. Click **Configure manually** (This is important to ensure the correct settings are applied immediately).

### Manual Configuration

Thunderbird may attempt to guess the settings. Ensure the fields match the configuration below exactly.

#### Incoming Server

* **Protocol:** `IMAP`
* **Hostname:** `mail.davnode.com`
* **Port:** `993`
* **Connection security:** `SSL/TLS`
* **Authentication method:** `Normal password`
* **Username:** Your full email address.

#### Outgoing Server

* **Protocol:** `SMTP`
* **Hostname:** `mail.davnode.com`
* **Port:** `465`
* **Connection security:** `SSL/TLS`
* **Authentication method:** `Normal password`
* **Username:** Your full email address.

### Finalizing Setup

1. Click **Re-test** to verify the connection to the Davnode servers.
   * You should see a green bar or text indicating the configuration was found.
2. Click **Done**.
3. Thunderbird will verify your password and begin downloading your email folders.

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## Troubleshooting

### Connection Security Warnings

If you receive a "Security Exception" warning during setup, ensure you are using the exact hostname `mail.davnode.com`.

### Sending Issues (SMTP)

If you can receive mail but cannot send it:

1. Right-click your account name in the sidebar and select **Settings**.
2. Scroll to the bottom of the left sidebar and select **Outgoing Server (SMTP)**.
3. Select the `mail.davnode.com` entry and click **Edit**.
4. If port `465` is blocked by your network, try changing the port to `8465`. You can also try port `587` and Connection security to `STARTTLS`.