Does outlook support aol mail

Outlook does support AOL Mail, but with some limitations. Here's what you need to know:

  1. Outlook.com: You can add your AOL Mail account to Outlook.com, which is a free email service offered by Microsoft. To do this, follow these steps:
    • Sign in to your Outlook.com account.
    • Click on the gear icon () and select "View all Outlook settings."
    • Go to the "Accounts" section and click on "Add account."
    • Select "Other email provider" and enter your AOL Mail account credentials.
    • Follow the prompts to set up your account.
  2. Outlook desktop app: You can also add your AOL Mail account to the Outlook desktop app on Windows or macOS. To do this:
    • Open the Outlook desktop app.
    • Go to "File" > "Add account."
    • Select "Manual setup or additional server types."
    • Choose "POP or IMAP" and enter your AOL Mail account credentials.
    • Set up the account using the following settings:
      • Server: imap.aol.com (for IMAP) or pop.aol.com (for POP)
      • Port: 993 (for IMAP) or 110 (for POP)
      • Username: your AOL Mail username
      • Password: your AOL Mail password
  3. Limitations: Keep in mind that there are some limitations when using AOL Mail with Outlook:
    • AOL Mail has a 10MB attachment limit, while Outlook has a 20MB attachment limit. If you try to send an attachment larger than 10MB, it will be rejected.
    • AOL Mail has a 2GB storage limit, while Outlook has a 5GB storage limit. If you exceed the storage limit, you may need to delete emails or upgrade to a paid plan.
    • Some AOL Mail features, such as custom filters and labels, may not be available in Outlook.

Overall, while Outlook does support AOL Mail, you may encounter some limitations and compatibility issues. If you're experiencing problems, you may want to consider switching to a different email provider or upgrading to a paid plan with AOL.