Configure Samsung and Android with Infomaniak (Native Email)

Android smartphones offer several options for configuring your Infomaniak email. Whether you use the Gmail app (available on all Android devices) or Samsung Email (on Samsung devices), the setup is simple and takes just a few minutes. This guide covers both options.

Create My Infomaniak Mail Account

Option 1: Gmail App (All Android Devices)

The Gmail app, pre-installed on most Android smartphones, can manage accounts other than Gmail. It\'s often the simplest option.

Open Gmail

Launch the Gmail app. Tap your profile picture in the top right, then tap Add another account.

Choose account type

Select Other from the list of providers.

Enter your email address

Type your full Infomaniak email address and tap Next.

Select IMAP

Gmail asks for the account type. Choose Personal (IMAP).

Enter password

Enter your Infomaniak password.

Configure incoming server

Gmail usually detects settings automatically. If not, enter:

Server: mail.infomaniak.com
Port: 993
Security type: SSL/TLS

Configure outgoing server

For the SMTP server:

Server: mail.infomaniak.com
Port: 465 (or 587)
Security type: SSL/TLS (or STARTTLS for port 587)

Finalize

Configure sync options (check frequency, notifications) and name this account. Tap Next to finish.

Your Infomaniak emails now appear in Gmail. You can switch between your Gmail and Infomaniak accounts via the menu at the top of the screen.

Option 2: Samsung Email (Samsung Devices)

Samsung smartphones include their own email app, Samsung Email. It provides an optimized experience for Samsung devices.

Open Samsung Email

Launch the Email app (blue envelope icon). If it\'s the first use, the setup wizard starts automatically.

Choose "Other"

From the list of providers, select Other.

Enter your credentials

Enter your Infomaniak email address and password. Tap Sign in.

Select account type

Choose IMAP Account.

Manual setup (if needed)

Samsung Email tries to detect settings automatically. If the connection fails, tap Manual setup and enter:

IMAP Server

Server: mail.infomaniak.com
Port: 993
Security type: SSL

SMTP Server

Server: mail.infomaniak.com
Port: 465
Security type: SSL

Sync options

Choose the sync frequency and the period to sync (1 week, 1 month, all). Tap Next.

Name the account

Give this account a name (e.g., "Pro Infomaniak") and specify the display name for outgoing emails.

Syncing Calendars and Contacts

Unlike iOS, Android does not offer native CalDAV/CardDAV support built into the OS. To sync your Infomaniak calendars and contacts, you have two options.

Recommended option: DAVx⁵

DAVx⁵ is an app that adds CalDAV and CardDAV support to Android. It\'s free on F-Droid or paid on the Play Store (to support development).

Install DAVx⁵ from the Play Store or F-Droid
Open the app and add an account
Choose "Login with URL and credentials"
Enter:
- URL: https://caldav.infomaniak.com (for calendar) or https://carddav.infomaniak.com (for contacts)
- Username: Your email address
- Password: Your password
Select the calendars and address books to sync

DAVx⁵ then automatically syncs your data with Android\'s native Calendar and Contacts apps.

Dedicated Article

We have a complete guide on configuring DAVx⁵: DAVx⁵ on Android: Syncing Calendars and Contacts

Alternative: Use the Webmail or kSuite

If you prefer not to install an additional app, you can access your calendars and contacts via:

The Infomaniak webmail (mail.infomaniak.com) from your browser
The kDrive app which includes calendar access

This approach is less integrated (no notifications, no offline access) but requires no configuration.

Reference Settings

Summary of Infomaniak connection settings for Android:

Setting	Incoming Server (IMAP)	Outgoing Server (SMTP)
Server	mail.infomaniak.com	mail.infomaniak.com
Port	993	465 or 587
Security	SSL/TLS	SSL/TLS (465) or STARTTLS (587)
Authentication	Normal password	Normal password
Username	Full email address	Full email address

Notifications and Battery Optimization

Push vs Fetch Mode

Standard IMAP uses "fetch" mode: the app periodically checks for new emails. For faster notifications, reduce the check interval (15 minutes minimum recommended).

Some apps support IMAP IDLE (push-like), which provides near-instant notifications. Gmail and Samsung Email both support this feature.

Android Battery Optimization

Android\'s power-saving modes can block background syncing. If you\'re not receiving emails on time:

Go to Settings → Apps → Gmail/Email
Tap Battery
Select Unrestricted or disable optimization for this app

Troubleshooting

Server Connection Error

Verify you\'re using mail.infomaniak.com as the server
Check that the port is correct (993 for IMAP, 465 or 587 for SMTP)
Make sure SSL/TLS is enabled
Test your internet connection

Sent Emails Stuck in Outbox

Check SMTP settings (server, port, security)
Ensure SMTP authentication is enabled with your credentials
Check that your carrier isn\'t blocking email ports

No Notifications

Verify that notifications are enabled for the app
Disable battery optimization for the app
Reduce the sync interval
On Samsung, check that the app isn\'t in "sleep" mode in Device Care

App Password and 2FA

If you\'ve enabled two-factor authentication on your Infomaniak account, you must generate a dedicated app password in the Infomaniak Manager. Mobile apps don\'t support entering a 2FA code at each connection.

Conclusion

Configuring your Android smartphone with Infomaniak is simple thanks to standard IMAP support. The Gmail or Samsung Email app is sufficient for emails. For complete synchronization (calendars and contacts), add DAVx⁵ to fill in Android\'s lack of native CalDAV/CardDAV support.

Once configured, you can access all your emails, appointments, and contacts from your smartphone, synced in real time with your other devices and the Infomaniak webmail.