Account hidden on mail for windows

The frustration of a hidden account on Mail for Windows!

Don't worry, I'm here to help you troubleshoot and potentially recover your hidden account. Here are some steps to follow:

Method 1: Check the Mail app settings

  1. Open the Mail app on your Windows 10 device.
  2. Click on the gear icon () in the top right corner to open the Settings.
  3. Scroll down to the "Accounts" section.
  4. Look for the account you're trying to recover. If it's hidden, you might not see it here.
  5. If you don't see the account, try clicking on "Manage accounts" and then "Add account" to see if it appears.

Method 2: Check the Windows Credentials Manager

  1. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
  2. Type control userpasswords2 and press Enter.
  3. Click on the "Advanced" tab.
  4. Look for the account you're trying to recover in the "Windows Credentials" section.
  5. If you find the account, you can try removing it and then re-adding it to see if that resolves the issue.

Method 3: Check the Windows Registry

  1. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
  2. Type regedit and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.
  3. Navigate to the following key: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Windows Messaging Subsystem\Profiles
  4. Look for the account you're trying to recover in the "Profiles" key.
  5. If you find the account, you can try deleting the associated registry key and then re-creating it.

Method 4: Reset the Mail app

  1. Open the Mail app on your Windows 10 device.
  2. Click on the gear icon () in the top right corner to open the Settings.
  3. Click on "Reset" at the bottom of the page.
  4. Follow the prompts to reset the Mail app.

If none of these methods work, you may need to try a system restore or seek further assistance from Microsoft Support or a Windows expert.

I hope this helps you recover your hidden account on Mail for Windows!