Per the title, I'm unable to log into AOL to access my email in the stock email app: I'm on a J3 orbit, just did a factory reset on it and am trying to put my email back in the app, I put in my screen name and password, then push "next" and it gets stuck in an endless loop of trying to login. Same happens when I use the full email instead of screen name, as well as setting it up manually with the POP3/IMAP settings provided by AOL.
I've never had an issue logging in with the app on this device before.
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I've resolved this issue by generating an App-Specific password, then returning to the email app and entering the password BEFORE typing my email address on the Add new account panel, once both sections are filled out I was able to see a "processing" legend appear and then I was logged into the account. Typing the email before entering the password would open a browsing page directed to AOL's login terminal within the email app, from there it would get stuck in an endless processing throbber.
Thanks for your help everyone, have a nice Sunday.
As others have mentioned, some time ago, AOL started requiring a one time app specific password for third party email apps. It's in lieu of 2FA. You will need it even if you upgrade your phone.
I've resolved this issue by generating an App-Specific password, then returning to the email app and entering the password BEFORE typing my email address on the Add new account panel, once both sections are filled out I was able to see a "processing" legend appear and then I was logged into the account. Typing the email before entering the password would open a browsing page directed to AOL's login terminal within the email app, from there it would get stuck in an endless processing throbber.
Thanks for your help everyone, have a nice Sunday.
