Why K-9 Mail?
We recommend K-9 Mail over the default Android email app for several important reasons:
- Better support for multiple identities (email aliases)
- Built-in OpenPGP encryption support
- Enhanced privacy features
- More detailed configuration options
- Open-source software with regular security updates
Before You Begin
- Install K-9 Mail from the Google Play Store
- Ensure IMAP/POP access is enabled in your CodaMail account settings
- Have your CodaMail username and password ready
K-9 Mail Setup Instructions
Step 1: Initial Setup
- Launch K-9 Mail
- If this is your first time, tap "Get started"
- Enter your full email address and password
- Tap "Manual Setup" (don't use automatic setup)
Step 2: Incoming Server Settings (IMAP)
- Server: mail.pnsh.com
- Security: SSL/TLS
- Port: 993
- Username: Your account name only (do not include @codamail.com)
- Authentication Type: Password
- Password: Your email password
Step 3: Outgoing Server Settings (SMTP)
- Server: smtp.pnsh.com
- Security: SSL/TLS
- Port: 465
- Require Authentication: Yes
- Username: Your account name only (do not include @codamail.com)
- Authentication Type: Password
- Password: Your email password
Step 4: Account Options
- Account Name: Enter a name for this account (e.g., "CodaMail")
- Your Name: Your name as you want it to appear on outgoing messages
- Email Check Frequency: Set according to your preferences
- Tap "Done" to complete setup
Setting Up Multiple Identities (Aliases)
To use multiple email addresses or aliases for sending mail:
- Open K-9 Mail
- Tap the three lines (hamburger menu) to open the navigation drawer
- Tap the gear icon next to your account
- Select "Manage Identities"
- Tap the plus icon (+) to add a new identity
- Fill in:
- Description (optional name for this identity)
- Email address (your alias address)
- Your name (can be different for each identity)
- Reply-to address (optional)
- Tap the checkmark to save
When composing a message, tap the "From" field to choose which identity to use.
Setting Up OpenPGP Encryption
K-9 Mail supports OpenPGP encryption with OpenKeychain:
- Install OpenKeychain from the Google Play Store
- In K-9 Mail, go to Settings > Account Settings
- Select your CodaMail account
- Tap "End-to-end encryption"
- Select OpenKeychain as your crypto provider
- Follow the prompts to set up your keys
Troubleshooting
If you encounter any issues:
- Verify that IMAP/POP access is enabled in your CodaMail account settings
- Double-check that your username is entered without @codamail.com
- Ensure SSL/TLS is enabled for both incoming and outgoing servers
- Verify the correct ports are being used (993 for IMAP, 465 for SMTP)
- If using OpenPGP, ensure OpenKeychain is properly installed and configured
- Contact our helpdesk if you continue to have problems