WPS Auto Forward on macOS FAQ

Last updated:July 24, 2026

Common Auto Forward questions usually involve address verification, forwarding scope, and multiple forwarding addresses; this FAQ covers 3 frequent questions and answers.

FAQ

Can Auto Forward send messages to multiple email addresses?

  1. Yes. You can add multiple forwarding addresses.
  2. Open the Auto Forward page and create each forwarding address separately.
  3. Complete mailbox verification for each address before using it.

Why is Auto Forward not working after I set it up?

  1. Check whether the forwarding email address was entered correctly.
  2. Review whether the address is still pending verification or showing another abnormal status.
  3. If needed, click Verify again and complete the verification process in the destination mailbox.
  4. Send a new test email and confirm whether the rule takes effect.

Does the forwarding rule apply to older messages?

  1. A newly created forwarding rule applies to newly received messages by default.
  2. Messages that were already in the mailbox are not automatically forwarded by the new rule.
  3. If you need to handle older messages, forward them manually.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Auto ForwardA feature that automatically sends newly received email to another email address based on your settings.
Forwarding address verificationA confirmation step completed in the destination mailbox to make sure the forwarding address is valid.
Keep original messageThe original email remains in the source mailbox after it has been forwarded.