Mail wants to access key"imported private key in your keychain

I am now receiving this message. I have no idea how or why it started. I cannot send email. I have tried all of the remedies suggested but still can't stop it. Help! I am stuck and my laptop is useless. Thank you.

MacBook Air, macOS 15.5

Posted on Jul 31, 2025 09:44 AM

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Jul 31, 2025 09:54 AM in response to cindy205

I’m not sure what sort of error you’re encountering with mail, as there are several different possibilities here.


Please post a screenshot of the message. Usually either Command-Shift-4, or Command-Shift-4-spacebar:

Take a screenshot on Mac - Apple Support


Sending and receiving digitally-signed and encrypted messages can involve keys:


Mail servers can have certificates too, and some mail servers may have problematic certificates.




Mail wants to access key"imported private key in your keychain

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