---
type: concept
title: Webmail
tags: [email, interface, groupware]
related: [central-email-service, groupware]
created: 2026-07-01
updated: 2026-07-01
sources: ["output/rz_uni_greifswald_de_dienste_webdienste_groupware_module_email.md"]
---

# Webmail

**Webmail** is the browser-based interface provided by the [[groupware]] platform for accessing the [[central-email-service]] of the Universität Greifswald. It allows users to manage their university mailboxes, configure out-of-office notifications, and set up email forwarding without requiring an external email client.

## Interface Design
The desktop version of the Webmail module utilizes a three-column layout:
1. **Navigation (Left)**: Manages account structures and folder hierarchies.
2. **Message Management (Middle)**: Provides tools for creating, searching, and filtering emails, as well as a customizable list of messages.
3. **Message View (Right)**: Displays the content and metadata of the selected email and provides action buttons for replying or forwarding.

## Mobile Access
The Webmail interface is responsive and optimized for mobile devices. Settings and account properties are accessed through a condensed menu (three vertical dots) in the top-right function bar.

## Comparison with External Clients
Unlike external clients (such as [[mozilla-thunderbird]] or [[microsoft-outlook]]), which require manual configuration of IMAP/SMTP settings and [[smime]] certificates, Webmail provides immediate access via a browser and integrates directly with the university's authentication systems.
