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Changing the # of days to retain messages in account settings/disk space

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When I try to change the number of days messages are kept in my inbox (from the default of 30), I get a pop-up window warning me that this will permanently delete the messages and do I want to proceed (see screenshot).

While that pop-up window is up, I can't increase the # of days to retain messages. May I press "OK" and then adjust the number of days messages are retained? Or, if I press "OK" will that immediately delete all messages older than 30 days?

Thanks!

When I try to change the number of days messages are kept in my inbox (from the default of 30), I get a pop-up window warning me that this will permanently delete the messages and do I want to proceed (see screenshot). While that pop-up window is up, I can't increase the # of days to retain messages. May I press "OK" and then adjust the number of days messages are retained? Or, if I press "OK" will that immediately delete all messages older than 30 days? Thanks!
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david
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Press ok and then change the number of days. That message is just a warning.

shawnsites
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Thank you so much for the speedy response, David! My inbox is also sending its appreciation for pointing the way to a successful crash diet!

david
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You're welcome. And thanks for the smile. :)