Business email accounts can be used on iPhone and Android devices as well as desktop computers. Setup normally requires your account credentials plus IMAP and SMTP server information.
Information required
- Business email address
- Password
- IMAP server
- SMTP server
- Port and SSL/TLS information
iPhone setup
On iPhone, a new mail account can be added from the Mail account settings. Manual configuration allows you to enter the IMAP and SMTP server information supplied by your provider.
Android setup
Android menus vary between email applications, but the basic process is similar: enter the email address, password, incoming IMAP server and outgoing SMTP server.
Why use IMAP?
IMAP is generally preferred because it keeps messages synchronized between the phone, desktop computer and webmail.
Connection security
SSL/TLS should be used whenever supported. If a device is lost or an employee leaves the company, the email account password should be changed promptly.
Conclusion
With correct server information, a business email account can be used securely on both iPhone and Android devices.