Open the Mail App:
- Find and tap the Mail app on your iPad’s home screen. The icon looks like an envelope.
Access Account Settings:
- If you’re opening the Mail app for the first time or don’t have any email accounts set up yet, you’ll be prompted to add an account.
- If the Mail app is already open and you have other accounts set up, go to Mailboxes in the upper-left corner.
- Tap Accounts. In older versions of iOS, this may be listed as Accounts & Passwords.
- Tap Add Account.
Choose Yahoo:
- You will see a list of email providers. Tap Yahoo.
Enter Yahoo Credentials:
- You’ll be directed to a Yahoo sign-in page.
- Enter your Yahoo email address in the email field and tap Next.
- Enter your Yahoo password and tap Next again.
Complete Verification:
- If prompted, complete any additional verification steps. This may involve entering a verification code sent to your recovery email or phone number, or allowing permissions.
Grant Permissions:
- You may need to grant permissions for the Mail app to access your Yahoo account. Follow the on-screen instructions and tap Allow or Grant.
Choose Sync Options:
- After successful sign-in, you may be given options to choose what you want to sync with your Yahoo account, such as Mail, Contacts, Calendars, and Notes.
- Toggle the switches according to your preferences.
Save and Finish Setup:
- Once you’ve configured your settings, tap Save or Done in the upper-right corner to complete the setup.
Check Your Mail:
- Return to the Mailboxes view or tap Inbox to ensure that your Yahoo emails are appearing and syncing correctly.
Troubleshooting Tips
- Check Internet Connection: Ensure your iPad is connected to the internet.
- Update iOS: Make sure your iPad is running the latest version of iOS. Go to Settings > General > Software Update to check for updates.
- Verify Security Settings: If you encounter issues, check Yahoo’s security settings. Yahoo may block sign-in attempts from new devices for security reasons.