Can not send email in windows live mail

Frustrating! Don't worry, I'm here to help you troubleshoot the issue. Here are some common solutions to help you send emails in Windows Live Mail:

  1. Check your internet connection: Ensure your internet connection is stable and working properly. Try opening a web browser to check if you can access the internet.
  2. Check your email settings: Double-check your email settings in Windows Live Mail. Go to Tools > Accounts > Properties > Servers. Make sure the following settings are correct:
    • Incoming mail server: Enter your email provider's incoming mail server (e.g., imap.gmail.com for Gmail).
    • Outgoing mail server: Enter your email provider's outgoing mail server (e.g., smtp.gmail.com for Gmail).
    • Username: Enter your email address.
    • Password: Enter your email password.
  3. Check your account settings: Ensure your account is set up correctly. Go to Tools > Accounts > Properties > Advanced. Check the following settings:
    • Authentication: Make sure it's set to Password or OAuth 2.0 (depending on your email provider).
    • Port: Ensure the port numbers are correct (e.g., 993 for IMAP or 587 for SMTP).
  4. Check for firewall or antivirus software issues: Firewalls or antivirus software might be blocking the email sending process. Try temporarily disabling them to see if it resolves the issue.
  5. Check for Windows Live Mail updates: Ensure you're running the latest version of Windows Live Mail. You can check for updates by going to Help > Check for updates.
  6. Try sending a test email: Send a test email to yourself or a friend to see if the issue is specific to a particular recipient or email content.
  7. Reset Windows Live Mail settings: If none of the above steps work, try resetting Windows Live Mail settings to their default values. To do this, go to Tools > Accounts > Properties > Reset.
  8. Reinstall Windows Live Mail: If all else fails, you can try reinstalling Windows Live Mail. This will remove all your email accounts and settings, so be sure to back up your emails before doing so.

If none of these steps resolve the issue, you may want to try using a different email client or contact your email provider's support team for further assistance.