Email aliases are alternative email addresses that are set up to forward messages to your primary email account. This can be useful for keeping your primary email address private, avoiding spam, and organizing your inbox. If you use iCloud Mail on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, you can easily set up email aliases and manage them without much hassle. In this article, we’ll guide you through the process of using email aliases for iCloud Mail on your Apple devices.
Setting Up Email Aliases on iCloud Mail
To set up an email alias on your iCloud Mail account, follow these simple steps:
Step 1: Go to the iCloud website
Open a web browser on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, and go to the iCloud website: icloud.com.
Step 2: Sign in with your Apple ID
Enter your Apple ID and password to sign in to your iCloud account.
Step 3: Go to Mail settings
Once you’re signed in to your iCloud account, click on the Mail icon to access your iCloud Mail account. Then, click on the gear icon in the lower-left corner of the screen and choose “Preferences” from the dropdown menu.
Step 4: Add an email alias
In the Preferences window, select the “Accounts” tab and click on the “Add an alias” button. Enter the new email address you’d like to use as an alias. Then, click “OK”.
Step 5: Verify the email alias
After you’ve added an email alias, iCloud Mail will send a verification code to the new email address you’ve entered. Check your email inbox and enter the verification code in the “Verify” window in iCloud Mail.
Step 6: Send email as the alias
To send an email using your newly created alias, compose a new email as you normally would, but choose the alias from the “From” dropdown menu instead of your primary email address.
Managing Email Aliases on iCloud Mail
Once you’ve set up an email alias on your iCloud Mail account, you can manage it easily. Here are some tips on how to manage your email aliases:
Turn off an email alias
To turn off an email alias, go to the “Accounts” tab in the Preferences window and uncheck the box next to the alias you want to turn off.
Remove an email alias
To remove an email alias, select the alias you want to remove in the “Accounts” tab and click on the “-“ button in the lower-left corner of the window.
Set a default email alias
To set a default email alias, go to the “Composing” tab in the Preferences window and select the alias you want to use as your default from the “Send new messages from” dropdown menu.
Concluding Thoughts on Using Email Aliases for iCloud Mail on Apple Devices
Using email aliases can help you organize your inbox and keep your primary email address private. If you use iCloud Mail on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, setting up and managing email aliases is easy. By following the steps above, you can quickly create a new email alias and manage it in just a few clicks.
FAQs about Using Email Aliases for iCloud Mail on Apple Devices
1. Can I forward email from my alias to another email address?
Yes, you can forward messages sent to your email alias to another email address. To do this, go to the “Rules” tab in the Preferences window and create a new rule to forward messages to another email address based on certain criteria.
2. How many email aliases can I create?
You can create up to three email aliases on your iCloud Mail account.
3. Can I use email aliases with other email clients?
Yes, you can use email aliases with other email clients as well. However, the steps for setting up and managing email aliases may differ depending on the email client you’re using.
