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IMAP

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Internet邮件访问协议

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Also known as: Internet Message Access Protocol

Last updated August 8, 2026

Definition

IMAP is a protocol that lets email clients read and manage messages stored on a mail server, keeping folders synchronized across devices.

Real-World Example

Configuring a phone and laptop with the same IMAP account means deleting a message on one device removes it from the other.

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