To set up an email account on your iOS device, you can start with the automatic method if your email provider is listed. Go to Settings > Mail > Accounts, tap Add Account, select your provider (like iCloud, Google, or Yahoo), and enter your email address and password. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the setup, and choose the information you want to sync, such as Contacts or Calendars.

If your email provider isn't listed, you can manually configure your account. In Settings > Mail > Accounts, tap Add Account, then Other > Add Mail Account, and enter your name, email address, password, and a description for the account. Mail will attempt to find the email settings automatically. If successful, tap Done to complete the setup.

If Mail can’t automatically find your settings, you’ll need to enter them manually. Choose either IMAP or POP for your account type, then provide the Incoming and Outgoing Mail Server information. After entering these details, tap Next. If the settings are correct, tap Save; otherwise, you’ll be prompted to edit the settings.

For any persistent issues or if you can’t save your settings, contact your email provider for assistance. Once your account is set up, you can explore additional features like searching and managing your emails through the Mail app.