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How do I stop Thunderbird automatically downloading my mail from my on-line mail host?

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HHUpdate
HHUpdate

I want to stop Thunderbird automatically getting my mail whenever I start Thunderbird.

I want to stop Thunderbird automatically getting my mail whenever I start Thunderbird.

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I presume you have looked at all the settings under Account Settings|Server Settings?

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Zenos
Zenos

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I presume you have looked at all the settings under Account Settings|Server Settings?

HHUpdate
HHUpdate Question owner

Dear Zenos, Thank you for a quick and helpful answer to my question. My mail now stays on the server until I ask to see it. Best wishes, HHUpdate