How to Set Up Your BEK Email on an iPhone

Setting up your BEK email on an iPhone is quick and easy. Follow these step-by-step instructions to get your email up and running:

Step 1: Open Settings and Add an Account

  • Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
  • Scroll down and tap Mail.
  • Tap Accounts, then select Add Account.
  • Choose Other.
  • Tap Add Mail Account.

Step 2: Enter Your Email Information

  • Fill out the required fields:

    • Name: Your full name (this will appear on outgoing emails).
    • Email: Your BEK email address.
    • Password: Your BEK email password.
    • Description: Enter "BEK Email" (or any name you'd like).
  • Tap Next.

Step 3: Configure Incoming & Outgoing Mail Servers

On the next screen, you’ll enter the server settings manually.
  • Incoming Mail Server (IMAP)

    • Host Name: imap.bektel.com
    • Username: Your BEK email address.
    • Password: Your BEK email password.
  • Outgoing Mail Server (SMTP)

    • Host Name: smtp.bektel.com
    • Username: Your BEK email address.
    • Password: Your BEK email password.
    • Authentication: Password
    • Port: 465 (or keep number that was there)
    • Use SSL: Enabled
  • Tap Next, and your iPhone will verify the settings.

Step 4: Finalize Setup & Test Your Email

  • Select Mail (you can also enable Notes if desired).
  • Tap Save to complete the setup.
  • Open the Mail app on your iPhone.
  • Go to your inbox and ensure your emails are loading.

Step 5: Send a Test Email

To ensure everything is working properly:
  • Tap the Compose button (square with a pencil icon).
  • In the To field, enter your own BEK email address.
  • Type a subject and message, then tap Send (paper airplane icon).
  • Check your inbox to confirm the email was sent and received.
  • Remember: You can access your BEK email account from any computer at any time by visiting webmail.bektel.com. If you encounter any issues, double-check your login details or contact BEK support for assistance.

Troubleshooting Tips

If your email doesn’t send or you see an error message:

  • Check Your Server Settings:

    • Open the Settings app.
    • Go to Mail > Accounts.
    • Select your BEK email account.
    • Tap Account > Advanced Settings.

    • Verify the Host Names:

      • Incoming Mail Server: imap.bektel.com
      • Outgoing Mail Server: smtp.bektel.com

    • Ensure Use SSL is enabled and the correct ports are set:

      • IMAP Port: 993
      • SMTP Port: 465