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
- Open the Mail app on your Windows 10 device.
- Click on the gear icon () in the top right corner to open the Settings.
- Scroll down to the "Accounts" section.
- Look for the account you're trying to recover. If it's hidden, you might not see it here.
- 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
- Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
- Type
control userpasswords2
and press Enter. - Click on the "Advanced" tab.
- Look for the account you're trying to recover in the "Windows Credentials" section.
- 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
- Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
- Type
regedit
and press Enter to open the Registry Editor. - Navigate to the following key:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Windows Messaging Subsystem\Profiles
- Look for the account you're trying to recover in the "Profiles" key.
- If you find the account, you can try deleting the associated registry key and then re-creating it.
Method 4: Reset the Mail app
- Open the Mail app on your Windows 10 device.
- Click on the gear icon () in the top right corner to open the Settings.
- Click on "Reset" at the bottom of the page.
- 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!