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What to Do When an Email Mailbox Is Full

Free server storage so new mail can be received again.

Quick Answer

Check storage in webmail, save anything important, remove unnecessary large mail, and empty Trash when appropriate.

Step by Step

  1. Open the relevant email account or application.
  2. Check storage in webmail, save anything important, remove unnecessary large mail, and empty Trash when appropriate.
  3. Review the result carefully before making any permanent deletion, forwarding, or account change.
  4. Confirm the change worked from the mailbox or settings page.

If That Doesn't Work

  • Menu names can differ between web, desktop, mobile, classic, and newer versions of an email application.
  • For business or managed accounts, administrator policies can restrict some settings.