Migrating your emails from iCloud to OnePoundEmail can be done efficiently using IMAPSync, a powerful tool that synchronizes emails between two servers. This guide will walk you through the process step by step.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have the following:

• IMAPSync Installed: IMAPSync is available in the DirectAdmin control panel for your OnePoundEmail service.
• iCloud IMAP Access: Ensure that IMAP is enabled in your iCloud account.
• iCloud App Password: Generate an app password if you have two-factor authentication (2FA) enabled on your iCloud account.
• OnePoundEmail Account Details: Have your OnePoundEmail IMAP server details and login credentials ready.

Step 1: Enable IMAP in iCloud

1. Log in to your iCloud account.
2. Go to Account Settings.
3. Ensure that the option for Mail > Preferences > General > IMAP is enabled.

Step 2: Generate an App Password (If 2FA is Enabled)

1. Go to your Apple ID account page.
2. Log in and navigate to the Security section.
3. Under App-Specific Passwords, click Generate Password.
4. Copy the generated app password; you'll use it instead of your regular iCloud password.

Step 3: Gather Necessary Information

You’ll need the following information for both your iCloud and OnePoundEmail accounts:

• iCloud IMAP Server: imap.mail.me.com
• iCloud IMAP Port: 993
• iCloud Email Address: Your full iCloud email address (e.g., yourname@icloud.com)
• iCloud Password: Your iCloud password or app password if 2FA is enabled
• OnePoundEmail IMAP Server: (Find this in your OnePoundEmail account details, typically something like mail.yourdomain.com)
• OnePoundEmail IMAP Port: 993
• OnePoundEmail Email Address: Your OnePoundEmail address (e.g., yourname@yourdomain.com)
• OnePoundEmail Password: Your OnePoundEmail password

Step 4: Run IMAPSync

Enter the information gathered above into the IMAPSync tool in DirectAdmin and then proceed with the migration.

Step 5: Monitor the Migration Process

Once you run the IMAPSync command, the tool will start copying emails from your iCloud account to your OnePoundEmail account. This process may take some time, depending on the size of your iCloud mailbox.

You’ll see the progress in your terminal or command prompt. IMAPSync will provide a summary of the migration process once it’s complete, including the number of messages transferred.

Step 6: Verify the Migration

After the migration is complete:

1. Log in to your OnePoundEmail account using your preferred webmail client (Crossbox, Roundcube, Snappy) or an email client like Outlook.
2. Check that all your emails have been successfully migrated, including the correct folder structure (inbox, sent, drafts, etc.).

Troubleshooting Tips

• Authentication Errors: Ensure your credentials are correct and that IMAP access is enabled in iCloud.
• Timeouts or Disconnections: If the connection drops, you may need to rerun IMAPSync. The tool is designed to resume where it left off.
• Large Mailboxes: For very large iCloud accounts, consider breaking the migration into smaller chunks by specifying a date range or folder.

Conclusion

Migrating emails from iCloud to OnePoundEmail using IMAPSync is a straightforward process when done carefully. Following this guide should help you move your emails without losing any important data. If you encounter any issues or need further assistance, please contact OnePoundEmail support.