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^IMAP FunctionsLast updated: Mon, 26 Oct 2026

imap_expunge

(PHP 4, PHP 5, PHP 7, PHP 8)

imap_expunge — Delete all messages marked for deletion

Description

function imap_expunge(IMAP\Connection $imap): true

Deletes all the messages marked for deletion by imap_delete(), imap_mail_move(), or imap_setflag_full().

Parameters

imap

An IMAP\Connection instance.

Return Values

Always returns true.

Changelog

Version Description
8.1.0 The imap parameter expects an IMAP\Connection instance now; previously, a valid imap resource was expected.

<imap_errorsimap_fetch_overview>
^IMAP FunctionsLast updated: Mon, 26 Oct 2026