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All messages that were trashed in Outlook still appear in All Mail when accessed using webmail, even days later. With that said - the "delayed syncing" issue that I am experiencing is happening on Inbox as well as Junk folders. So my Junk folders do not have that box checked, but the Inbox doesn't have a box to be be checked - their behavior is the same they are both not syncing, until I manually click on them to force the sync. I have half dozen mail accounts a few microsoft a gamil and some other ones and there is no difference they are all acting the same. In this article, I have explained various ways to solve IMAP folders are not syncing.
Why IMAP Folder is Not Properly Syncing?
Look at the mail server settings boxes for password and port settings they’re the ones you need to delete and reapply. I will try the safe starts and experiment with the buttons ans see if it improves. I am using TB for just three weeks now and I have issues daily when sending [inbox repair tool alternative](https://gitlab.innive.com/elsakeck91698/office-365-sync-errors-fix2016/-/issues/3) mail with no attachments the outgoing mail server will time out. Since the sync issue is universal it appears to be a global issue.
Chosen Solution
I use both webmail and Outlook desktop client to access my Gmail. I am normally looking at the All Mail folder on Outlook. Whenever I drag messages from the All Mail folder to the Trash folder on Outlook, these messages [Outlook Login Issues Troubleshooting](https://app.fluence.africa/forums/users/orvillewreford7/) remain visible in the All Mail folder when accessed via webmail.
IMAP folder sync issue in the new Outlook (moved emails not syncing to webmail)
Microsoft Outlook is terrible in IMAP. Hence most people only use MAPI with it. If you are forced to use IMAP, I would recommend switching to an alternative E-Mail client like Thunderbird Thunderbird — Free Your Inbox.
Suspect some Apple Dev's have been lazy with some code in IOS18's mail.app and its causing the issue.If you are forced to use IMAP, I would recommend switching to an alternative E-Mail client like Thunderbird Thunderbird — Free Your Inbox.The account is used as IMAP in all customer support clients, every time you set up the mail in anyones computer it just sync 30-50GB ost files...For example, you can disconnect from the Internet and make changes.So, here are the solutions you solve the problem of the IMAP folder not syncing.But only when you close/open the mail again.I access the IMAP servers from 3 different machines, and they all see the changes from each other.That’s why, here I am to help you in this situation by providing you with solutions.
My accounts in Mail app stopped to sync post update
When you are dealing with any problem, it is important to understand the reasons behind the issues. Below are some causes that contribute to the problem. There are various variables at play here however, generally speaking, Outlook performs best when operating as a front end for Microsoft Exchange and Gmail when accessed via a web browser. I’ve never heard of setting a path before for email, so apologies if this is a simple solution to those who come across this in the future. If [solve Office 365 mailbox sync delays](https://indiancrafts79.com/repair-outlook-data-files-pst-and-ost-8/) you can, turn off IMAP, require 2FA, and use the native outlook client. Hate to be a Debbie Downer, but why are you using IMAP?
Microsoft, gmail and other popular accounts should sync automatically, but if they don't, I'm inclined to think it's due to the VPN or a security/antivirus app that is scanning the TB profile folder. But many users run into the problem where their important IMAP folders are not syncing or stop updating. That’s why, here I am to help you in this situation by providing you with solutions. But, before that, let’s understand the cause of the issue.