Reading time: 7 min · Last verified: August 2026 · SMTPedia editorial team
Nate.com is a South Korean web portal operated by SK Communications, part of the SK Group ecosystem alongside SK Telecom. Nate provides consumer webmail on the @nate.com domain, positioned as the third-largest Korean webmail service behind Naver and Daum/Hanmail. Nate also owns Cyworld, the pre-Facebook Korean social network acquired in 2003. To connect Nate to Outlook, Thunderbird, Apple Mail, or a mobile client, use the settings below with your Nate account password.
IMAP and POP3 access is disabled by default on Nate accounts and must be enabled in webmail settings before any external client will connect. This mirrors the pattern used by most Korean webmail services (Naver and Daum work the same way). Sign in to Nate webmail, open Settings, navigate to the IMAP/POP3 access section (νκ²½μ€μ β IMAP/POP3 μ€μ ), and enable the protocols you need. Once enabled, use the settings below. Note that the Nate webmail interface is Korean-primary; the IMAP/POP3 settings menu item appears in Korean and may not be translated in browser tools. Reference: SMTP 550 5.7.1 guide.
Quick Reference: Nate.com Server Settings
Use these values verbatim. Encryption is required across all three protocols. Enable IMAP/POP3 access in Nate webmail settings before configuring your client.
| Protocol | Server | Port | Encryption | Authentication |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMTP (outgoing) | smtp.mail.nate.com | 465 (SSL) or 587 (STARTTLS) | Required | Full email + password |
| IMAP (incoming, recommended) | imap.nate.com | 993 | SSL/TLS | Full email + password |
| POP3 (incoming, single device) | pop.nate.com | 995 | SSL/TLS | Full email + password |
Nate.com SMTP Settings (Sending Mail)
SMTP handles outbound mail. Server smtp.mail.nate.com on port 465 SSL is the standard configuration. Port 587 STARTTLS works as an alternative. Authentication uses the full @nate.com email address as username plus your Nate account password.
Nate enforces sending limits typical of a free consumer webmail, with anti-spam blocks on mass mailing patterns. Fresh accounts sending via SMTP without prior webmail activity may trigger anti-abuse blocks. Heavier transactional sending needs a dedicated SMTP relay outside Nate.
Nate.com IMAP Settings (Recommended for Reading)
IMAP syncs folder state across every device. Server imap.nate.com on port 993 SSL/TLS. Folder names appear in Korean by default (보λΈνΈμ§ν¨, μμ보κ΄ν¨, ν΄μ§ν΅) but IMAP folder attributes let Outlook, Apple Mail, and Thunderbird map them to Sent, Drafts, and Trash correctly. Language of folder names follows the account language preference set in Nate webmail settings, though English is a limited option.
Nate.com POP3 Settings (Single-Device Access)
POP3 downloads mail to one device with no server-side sync. Use pop.nate.com on port 995 SSL/TLS. Only pick POP3 if you specifically need offline archival on one device, otherwise IMAP is the correct default for anyone using more than one device.
IMAP, POP3 and SMTP Integration into Gmail
Configure Gmail with external IMAP/POP3/SMTP to send/receive emails from your custom domain through Gmail’s interface. Perfect for professionals managing multiple accounts in one place.
- Google Account β Security β App passwords (2-Step Verification must be enabled).
- Generate App Password for “Mail” β copy 16-character password.
- Gmail β Settings β See all settings β Forwarding and POP/IMAP.
- Enable IMAP β Save Changes.
- Incoming (IMAP):
[IMAP SERVER]:993 SSL| Outgoing (SMTP):[SMTP SERVER]:587 STARTTLS. - Use your full email + App Password (not regular password) for authentication.
β Gmail Result: Send/receive custom domain email directly in Gmail interface with full search/folder integration.
WordPress SMTP Plugin Configuration (WP Mail SMTP + MailPoet)
Configure SMTP in WordPress to fix email delivery issues and prevent spam folder placement. WP Mail SMTP and MailPoet ensure reliable transactional emails, contact forms, and newsletters deliver successfully.
- Install and activate WP Mail SMTP or MailPoet plugin from your WordPress dashboard.
- Navigate to WP Mail SMTP β Settings or MailPoet β Settings β Sending tab.
- Select “Other SMTP” as your mailer method from the dropdown.
- Enter SMTP settings with Port
587and STARTTLS encryption (when available). - Input your full email address and password in the authentication fields.
- Click Save Settings and send a test email to verify the configuration works.
β Result: WordPress contact forms, user registrations, and newsletter emails now deliver reliably via your SMTP server.
This configuration includes these plugins and tools within WordPress:
- HappyForms
- Elementor Forms
- Gravity Form
- WooCommerce Checkout Form
- Contact Form by BestWebSoft
- Fluent Forms
- Contact Form 7
- WPForms
- Ninja Forms
- Default WordPress Reg Form
- Forminator Forms
- Formidable Form
- WordPress Comment Form
- Mail Mint Form
Thunderbird OAuth2 Email Setup (IMAP + SMTP)
Secure IMAP & SMTP using OAuth2 token authentication in Thunderbird. This modern method eliminates password storage for enhanced security.
- Open Thunderbird β Account Settings β Account Actions β Add Mail Account.
- Enter your email address and click Continue to begin setup.
- Select IMAP protocol and choose OAuth2 authentication method.
- Thunderbird opens a browser window β log in to your provider β Grant access permissions.
- Automatic configuration applies: Incoming: use the IMAP server address from the settings table above, port 993, SSL
- Click Done β Thunderbird begins syncing folders and emails immediately.
OAuth2 advantage: Token-based authentication enhances security over traditional password methods while maintaining full functionality.
Outlook IMAP, POP3 & SMTP Setup (Auto + Manual)
Outlook configuration supports both automatic server detection and manual IMAP/POP3/SMTP settings for complete control over your email setup.
π Auto Setup (Recommended):
- Go to File β Add Account β Enter your email address + password.
- Outlook automatically detects IMAP, POP3, and SMTP server settings.
- Click Connect β setup completes in approximately 30 seconds.
βοΈ Manual Setup (Advanced Users):
- Authentication: Use your full email address + password for both servers
BlueMail Two-Factor Authentication + OAuth2 Setup
BlueMail security setup combines OAuth2 authentication with two-factor authentication (2FA) for maximum account protection.
- Open BlueMail β Account Settings β Security β Enable Two-Factor Authentication.
- Link your phone number or authenticator app for 2FA verification codes.
- Add email account β Choose OAuth2 or manual server configuration.
- Enter server details from the table above
- Complete login with 2FA code β enhanced security layer activated.
Apple Mail IMAP Configuration (iCloud + Manual)
Setup IMAP in Apple Mail for seamless synchronization across Mac, iPhone, and iPad devices with full folder support.
- Open Apple Mail β Mail β Add Account β Other Mail Account.
- Enter your name, email address, and password β click Continue.
- Select IMAP account type β Incoming server.
- Next: Outgoing server
- Click Sign In β Mail verifies settings and begins folder synchronization.
iOS Mail App Setup (iPhone/iPad)
iPhone/iPad Mail configuration syncs IMAP folders across all Apple devices with native push notifications.
- Go to Settings β Mail β Accounts β Add Account β Other.
- Enter name, email, password β Next.
- Account Type: IMAP β Incoming:
[IMAP SERVER]Port993SSL. - Enter your outgoing SMTP server and port.
- Next β Save β iOS verifies and syncs immediately.
Push enabled automatically: new emails appear instantly on Lock Screen.
Android Mail App Configuration
Android Gmail/Email app setup works with any IMAP/SMTP provider for native device integration.
- Go to: Settings β Accounts β Add Account β Email (or Gmail app).
- Enter email + password β Next.
- Account Type: IMAP
- Outgoing server details β Require authentication.
- Next β Sign In β Android syncs contacts/calendar if enabled.
Sync interval: 15min default (battery optimized) – change in Account Sync settings.
eM Client Manual IMAP & POP3 Sync Configuration
Configure your email settings on eM Client with either automatic setup or through precise IMAP/POP3 server settings for reliable email synchronization and full folder support.
- Click New Account β Mail
Authentication requires full email address + password for both incoming and outgoing servers.Click Next β Finish β Send/Receive All Folders to begin synchronization.
Mailbird OAuth2 IMAP & SMTP Integration
Secure Mailbird setup using OAuth2 authentication eliminates password storage while providing full IMAP/SMTP functionality.
- Mailbird β Add Account β Enter your email address to begin.
- Choose Manual Setup β OAuth2 authentication method from options.
- Browser opens your provider’s login page β enter credentials β Authorize Mailbird.
- Mailbird receives access token and automatically configures IMAP/SMTP servers.
- Setup completes β full email synchronization begins automatically.
Mailspring OAuth2 IMAP Configuration
Mailspring OAuth2 setup provides secure email access without storing passwords directly in the application.
- Add new email account β Select Custom IMAP configuration option.
- Incoming
IMAP SERVERand outgoingSMTP SERVER. - Mailspring prompts OAuth2 authorization via browser window for secure login.
- Log into your provider account and grant Mailspring access permissions.
- Mailspring automatically manages authentication tokens β seamless email access established.
Postbox Manual IMAP Synchronization
Postbox IMAP setup with manual synchronization control for precise email folder management and immediate updates.
- Add IMAP account β Enter IMAP Server details.
- Outgoing SMTP with full email authentication.
- Postbox connects and displays folder structure automatically.
- Right-click any folder β Get Messages for immediate manual synchronization.
- Manual sync updates local mailbox instantly with server changes (read status, deletions, organization).
SendBlaster SMTP Configuration (Bulk Email)
Bulk email SMTP configuration in SendBlaster requires precise server authentication for reliable campaign delivery.
- Open SendBlaster β Settings β SMTP Configuration section.
- Enter SMTP Server and Port: do not forget to Enable TLS encryption.
- Authentication: Your full email address + password (required).
- Click Test Connection β verify green success indicator appears.
- Save settings β SendBlaster ready for bulk email campaigns and newsletters.
MailJerry IMAP Real-Time Synchronization
MailJerry IMAP setup enables real-time access to email folders stored on your provider’s server across all devices.
- Incoming Server and encryption required.
- Authentication: Full email address + password for secure connection.
- Enable real-time folder synchronization settings in MailJerry preferences.
- Folders update instantly with new messages, read status, and deletions across devices.
Clean.email OAuth2 Synchronization Setup
Clean.email OAuth2 setup provides secure mailbox access without sharing passwords directly with the application.
- Add new account β Select OAuth2 authorization method.
- Your provider opens login portal β enter credentials securely.
- Grant Clean.email permissions for email read/write access.
- OAuth2 token enables real-time message management, filtering, and organization.
- Setup complete β Clean.email maintains secure, ongoing mailbox synchronization.
Common IMAP/POP3/SMTP Troubleshooting
- Authentication failed: Always use your complete email address, never just the username portion.
- Port blocked by ISP: Try alternative SMTP port as fallback.
- SSL certificate errors: Ensure certificate validation is enabled in client settings.
- Slow or no IMAP sync: Check folder subscriptions and enable all folders in client settings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I enable IMAP on my Nate account?
Sign in to Nate webmail at mail.nate.com. Open the settings menu (νκ²½μ€μ , kanhwan-seoljeong). Find the IMAP/POP3 access section and enable IMAP (or POP3, depending on your preference). Save the change. Your external client will now be able to authenticate against the Nate IMAP or POP3 server. If you cannot find the menu, use your browser’s translate feature or search for “IMAP” in the settings page, the option is consistently labeled in Latin characters within the Korean settings menu.
Is Nate.com the same company as SK Telecom?
Not directly, but they share ownership. Nate.com is operated by SK Communications, a subsidiary of SK Square, which sits under the broader SK Group umbrella alongside SK Telecom. From a customer perspective, SK Telecom mobile subscribers do not automatically get a @nate.com email address, the two services are separate signup flows. But Nate benefits from SK Group’s infrastructure and marketing reach, which is part of how it remains a top-three Korean webmail service.
Does Nate.com support OAuth2 or is it password-only?
Nate.com primarily uses password-based authentication for IMAP, POP3, and SMTP. Some third-party client documentation mentions OAuth2 for Nate, but Nate does not consistently expose OAuth2 endpoints comparable to Gmail or Microsoft 365. In practice, configure your client with the full @nate.com email address as username and your Nate account password. If your Nate account has 2FA enabled, you may need to generate an app-specific password from the Nate account security settings, though this varies by client and Nate’s documentation on the topic is limited.
How do I reset my Nate password?
Sign in to Nate at www.nate.com and use the password reset flow from the login screen. Recovery goes through the Korean mobile number registered on your account (Korean webmail services heavily rely on SMS verification for account security). If you registered your Nate account without a Korean mobile number (via a foreign phone number in earlier signup flows), recovery is significantly harder and may require contacting Nate customer support directly.
How secure is Nate.com email in transit?
Nate enforces SSL/TLS on the encrypted mail ports (993, 995, 465), so client-to-server transport is protected. Port 587 uses STARTTLS opportunistic encryption after connection. Server-to-server transport follows standard SMTP with STARTTLS. Nate infrastructure is located in South Korea, subject to Korean data protection law (PIPA, Personal Information Protection Act). Native 2FA on IMAP or SMTP is not exposed the same way as Gmail’s app passwords; if 2FA is enabled on the account, client authentication behavior varies. For end-to-end message encryption use S/MIME or PGP client-side. Related: SMTP connection guide.
Other Korean email providers’ settings also include:
Hanmail.net (Daum) Email Settings · Naver Email Settings · Korea.com Email Settings
About This Guide
The Nate.com email settings on this page were last verified on August 12, 2026 against Nate’s official help documentation at help.mail.nate.com and independent user setup reports. Email server configurations rarely change once established, most providers issue major updates only every one to two years, typically tied to phasing out unencrypted protocols or migrating to new mail infrastructure. SMTPedia re-verifies these settings quarterly and after any announced changes from Nate. If you find a discrepancy between what is documented here and what Nate currently requires, please report it so we can update the reference.
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