Add nhs mail to outlook

To add NHS Mail to Outlook, you'll need to follow these steps:

Prerequisites:

1. You have an NHS Mail account (also known as a "NHS.net" account).
2. You have Outlook installed on your device (computer or mobile).
3. You have the necessary permissions to access NHS Mail.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Method 1: Add NHS Mail to Outlook using the Outlook Web App

1. Open a web browser and navigate to the Outlook Web App (outlook.office365.com).
2. Sign in with your NHS Mail credentials (username and password).
3. Click on the gear icon () in the top right corner and select "View all Outlook settings".
4. Scroll down to the "Accounts" section and click on "Add a new account".
5. Select "Advanced setup" and then "Manual setup or additional server types".
6. Choose "POP or IMAP" and enter the following settings:
   • Account type: IMAP
   • Incoming mail server: mail.nhs.net
   • Outgoing mail server: mail.nhs.net
   • Username: your NHS Mail username (e.g., [your_username]@nhs.net)
   • Password: your NHS Mail password
7. Click "Next" and then "Finish" to complete the setup.

Method 2: Add NHS Mail to Outlook using the Outlook Desktop App

1. Open the Outlook desktop app on your device.
2. Click on "File" > "Add Account" > "Manual setup or additional server types".
3. Choose "POP or IMAP" and enter the following settings:
   • Account type: IMAP
   • Incoming mail server: mail.nhs.net
   • Outgoing mail server: mail.nhs.net
   • Username: your NHS Mail username (e.g., [your_username]@nhs.net)
   • Password: your NHS Mail password
4. Click "Next" and then "Finish" to complete the setup.

Troubleshooting Tips:

• If you encounter issues with the setup process, ensure that your NHS Mail account is configured correctly and that you have the necessary permissions to access the account.
• If you're using a proxy server, you may need to configure it to allow access to NHS Mail.
• If you're still experiencing issues, contact your IT department or the NHS Mail support team for assistance.

By following these steps, you should be able to add your NHS Mail account to Outlook and start accessing your emails.