# About the Mail connector

> The Mail connector supports SMTP, IMAP, and POP3 connections allowing users to send
emails (SMTP), access and manage email messages stored on a mail server (IMAP), and
download emails to their local devices for offline access (POP3). This connector is
compatible with the [Mail activity package](https://docs.uipath.com/activities/other/latest/productivity/about-the-mail-activities-pack).

The Mail connector supports SMTP, IMAP, and POP3 connections allowing users to send
emails (SMTP), access and manage email messages stored on a mail server (IMAP), and
download emails to their local devices for offline access (POP3). This connector is
compatible with the [Mail activity package](https://docs.uipath.com/activities/other/latest/productivity/about-the-mail-activities-pack).

:::note
This connector is built by UiPath and receives official support selectively. The connector supports a limited set of commonly used APIs for the target application and may cover most typical use cases. Also, they are retained in a stable state until the requirements for a new version release are met. [Learn more](https://docs.uipath.com/integration-service/automation-cloud/latest/user-guide/connectors#connectors-with-selective-support)
:::

## Authentication

Before automating processes, you need to establish a connection with your Mail
instance. Step-by-step instructions are available in the [Mail authentication](https://docs.uipath.com/integration-service/automation-cloud/latest/user-guide/mail-authentication) page.

## Events

This connector does not support events.

## Activity package

You can use the Mail connection to work with the Mail [SMTP, IMAP, and POP3 activities](https://docs.uipath.com/activities/other/latest/productivity/smtp-imap-and-pop3).