IMAP stands for Internet Message Access Protocol. It is a type of email protocol that allows users to access emails from a server and manage them. IMAP allows users to store emails on the server and keep them synchronized across multiple devices.
Benefits of IMAP:
1. Allows for multiple devices and platforms to access the same mailbox.
2. Allows for the synchronization of emails across multiple devices.
3. Emails can be stored on the server, making them accessible from any device.
4. Allows for server-side sorting and filtering of emails.
5. Allows for real-time updating of email status across multiple devices.
6. Allows for large attachments to be sent and received.
7. IMAP is secure and encrypted.
8. Allows for more efficient use of storage space, as emails are not stored locally.
9. Allows for the marking of emails as read or unread.
10. Allows for the creation of multiple folders and subfolders for better organization of emails.