How to delete and reinstall Apple Mail

This guide explains how to manage the Mac Mail app, addressing common issues and offering solutions for resetting or freeing up storage space. The Mail app, being a system application, can't be fully uninstalled like third-party apps.

Troubleshooting Common Mail Problems:

Problem	Solution
Freezing and Crashing	Reset the Mail app using CleanMyMac (instructions below).
Lack of Advanced Features	Consider alternatives like Canary Mail (AI-powered) or Spark Mail (focus and efficiency).
Resetting Mail on iPhone	Disable email accounts in Settings > Mail > Accounts, delete the Mail app, restart, reinstall, and re-enable accounts.

Resetting the Mail App:

While complete deletion isn't possible, resetting achieves a similar effect. Here's how to do it using CleanMyMac:

1. Install and open CleanMyMac. Before starting, go to CleanMyMac's Settings > Ignore List > Uninstaller, uncheck "Ignore System Applications," and close Settings.
2. Go to Applications > Scan.
3. Select all Mail app files except binaries.
4. Click Remove.

This removes associated data, effectively resetting the app.

Freeing Up Disk Space:

To reclaim storage space occupied by Mail attachments, use CleanMyMac's Mail Attachments tool:

1. Open CleanMyMac.
2. Click Cleanup in the sidebar, then Scan.
3. Review and select mailboxes to clean, then click Clean.

You can also review all junk files for further cleanup. CleanMyMac's Smart Care tool can optimize your system for better performance and more free space.

Manual Mail Reset (Advanced):

This method is more involved:

1. Apple menu > System Settings > Internet Accounts.
2. Uncheck iCloud Mail or other email accounts.
3. In Finder, Go > Go to Folder, paste ~/Library/Containers, and delete all "Mail" related folders.
4. Repeat for ~/Library/Mail, ~/Library/Preferences, and ~/Library/Application Scripts.
5. Restart your Mac. Re-enable email accounts in System Preferences > Internet Accounts.

Note: This deletes local email data not stored on the server.

Resetting iOS Mail App:

1. Settings > Mail > Accounts. Disable all email accounts.
2. On the Home Screen, long-press the Mail app, tap Remove App > Delete App > Delete.
3. Restart your iPhone. Reinstall Mail from the App Store and re-enable your accounts.

Canary Mail and Spark Mail Alternatives:

Consider Canary Mail (enhanced security and features) or Spark Mail (efficient inbox management) as alternatives to the built-in Mail app.

Setapp: Setapp offers a subscription service with access to CleanMyMac, Canary Mail, Spark Mail, and other Mac/iOS apps.

FAQ: The FAQ section addresses deleting from storage (use CleanMyMac), removing from the dock (right-click and choose "Remove from Dock"), and resetting the Mail app (manual steps or CleanMyMac).

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