> > > I can't really say without seeing what you're trying to do... I'm pretty sure > > > it all should work, but... :) > > > > > > -chuck Yep, you are right. It does work, setting the following variables: $imapuser, $pass, $port, $server, $servtype, $language in a remote_login.php3 type html form. Shame on me and the other problems that were obfuscating my vision. Emily.