Apple mail hotmail not working

Frustrating!

If Apple Mail is not working with Hotmail, there could be a few reasons for this issue. Let's troubleshoot together:

  1. Check your Hotmail account settings:
    • Ensure your Hotmail account is set up correctly in Apple Mail. Go to Mail > Preferences > Accounts > Add Account > Other Mail Account. Enter your Hotmail email address and password.
    • Make sure you've selected the correct account type (IMAP or POP) and server settings.
  2. Verify your Hotmail account credentials:
    • Double-check your Hotmail email address and password. If you've changed your password recently, try updating it in Apple Mail.
    • Ensure you're using the correct login credentials for your Hotmail account.
  3. Check for server issues:
    • Hotmail (now Outlook.com) might be experiencing server issues. Try checking the Microsoft Outlook status page to see if there are any known issues.
    • If you're experiencing issues with other email clients or devices, it might be a server-side problem.
  4. Disable and re-enable your Hotmail account:
    • Go to Mail > Preferences > Accounts > Select your Hotmail account > Click the minus (-) button to remove the account.
    • Then, go back to Mail > Preferences > Accounts > Add Account > Other Mail Account and re-add your Hotmail account.
  5. Reset your Hotmail account settings in Apple Mail:
    • Go to Mail > Preferences > Accounts > Select your Hotmail account > Click the "Reset" button.
    • This will reset your account settings to their default values.
  6. Check for conflicts with other email accounts:
    • If you have multiple email accounts set up in Apple Mail, try removing other accounts and then re-adding your Hotmail account.
    • This can help identify if there's a conflict between accounts.
  7. Update your Apple Mail version:
    • Ensure you're running the latest version of Apple Mail. You can check for updates in the App Store.
  8. Try using a different email client:
    • If you're still experiencing issues, try using a different email client, such as Microsoft Outlook or Mozilla Thunderbird, to see if the problem persists.

If none of these steps resolve the issue, you can try contacting Apple Support or Microsoft Support for further assistance.