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Can I create a mail filter that automatically deletes messages from the server but not from my Inbox when certain criteria (like e.g. the age in days) are met?

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Can I create a mail filter that automatically deletes messages from the server but not from my Inbox when certain criteria (like e.g. the age in days) are met?

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Yes, you can do this with Mozilla 1.7 and up. Create a new message filter. Under Perform these actions select delete from POP server. For instructions on how to create a message filter, please see this FAQ question.